The King Called Me to War

# **The King Called Me to War** The king sent messengers by night, Each received a sword and fate. I must ride where smoke ascends, Though my heart remains with you. I still feel your gentle hand, Still I hear your quiet voice. But the royal order calls— Ride away... I have to go. Don't leave yet... please stay with me, Dawn has not erased our dream. Like the rain, my falling tears Cannot stop your destined road. In my hair the wind remains, In my heart the world has died. Every step takes you away, As if time itself should break. If I return, I'll find you once again. If you don't... I'll always wait. Love is stronger than the sword, Stronger than a royal command. May one dream carry us both, Though the shadow of war divides us. You and I—two faithful hearts, Torn apart by our king. May the wind bring us a sign, That we'll find each other once again. Though today the war has parted us, Love will never lose its way. My horse is waiting in the field, Far away the battle calls. Every breath now hurts much more Than cold steel within my chest. If I fall before the day, Let your tears remember me. Let the whole world always know Whom my faithful heart loved most. Every night I light a candle, Softly whispering your name. Every bell reminds my soul That another day has gone. When the orchard blooms again, Perhaps you'll walk these fields once more. And if not... this song will live, Carried by the endless wind. Though the king called you to war, He could never claim our souls. Where his power meets its end, Love will still be heard. If another world awaits us, We will find our path once more. For a promise made in love Outlives every time of war. Wait for me... I will wait... Until the final sword falls silent...