For 30 Pieces of Silver

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I tried to escape from the infernal regions

but it was useless;

my life was devoid and ineffective.

In the darkest hour of my life;

you offered me motivation.

With desperation I invited you in;

part of it was a little reckless of me.

It seemed as if God heard my supplication;

my soul suffers with remorse and humiliation.

With the waters up to my neck;

I didn't consider the situation.

I found myself in a desert;

standing all alone with no direction.

I put a few cents of trust in you,

something I don't usually do.

Little did I know that a plan was set in motion;

it was ignorant of me,

to open the door without caution.

Happiness rarely crossed my path; and

a smile on my face was far from the forecast.

I was puzzled by how you put at

disposal--a helping hand--a service

that came with a demand.

You playing Judas--taking 30 pieces of silver--

money over loyalty;

I feel the dagger piercing through me.

You infiltrated your spirit with great manipulation.

Now that your mask is off;

I want an explanation. Or do I?

I'm afraid you'll find a way to deceive my perception.

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