Chained by a Ghost

A love once warm now chills the night,  
Leaving darkness to fall on memories bright.  
You linger like shadows, sly and elusive,  
Your malicious fun, tangling and intrusive.

Your call is like a siren's song,  
Leading me where I don’t belong.  
Your voice, like honey, sweet yet untrue,  
Luring me closer, then fading from view.

I check my phone like a moth to flame;  
In every ping, I search your name.  
But laughter lingers in the void you leave,  
As you celebrate in hearts deceived.

I hate the trill of your playful tease,  
The way you come close, then leave with ease.  
You wield your power with a knowing grin,  
Like a spider's web, I’m caught in your spin.

You know the hold you have on my soul;  
Each touch a dagger, each kiss a toll.  
Yet here I remain on the edge of despair,  
A hopeless prisoner, caught in your snare.

Deep down I know, with each fleeting thrill,  
The games you play only deepen the chill.  
So I build my walls, although they sway,  
And try to resist the pull of your way.