Dream Lover

Within her cold and unshared bed The maiden tossed in fitful slumber, Her mind consumed by wish to wed The object of her awe and wonder. She had but once his face espied, As she looked down from room to yard. A love like hers can't be denied, But he knew not, paid no regard. To her delight, in fitful drowse, With heart afire and loins aweep, Her hero did her heart arouse, Crept into bed to join her sleep. His touch awoke what so long slept, The serpent coiled within her womb. His hard embrace she'd fain accept, To plant the seed, and touch the bloom. As dawn lit up the Eastern sky, The maiden woke with pained regret. The lover of her dreams - a lie, And she was still a virgin yet.