The Apothecary

Under the curtains the exit sign glows
Go now and no one will know
If you try later it may be too late
Don't read the lines and get
Lost in the light on the stage

Two lovers standing hand in hand
Powerless to choose
I's are dotted, stars are crossed
Alone against the muse

It may look enticing
But don't walk that line
That's what they want you to try
If you go chasing her spark in the night
Don't call my name when they're
Laughing and you're in the fire

Isn't there anything that we can do
For a friend? (aren't you listening?)
Choking on pride, unable to think
With his head (can't you hear us?)
We see the big picture, we know the way
It will end (oh well I guess)
That sometimes we have to let go
There's but one way for water to flow
So just sit back and enjoy the show

The ashes have settled
Pawns have been played
What was your part in the game?
The house is now silent
What was your lot?
Did you rise up with the curtain or
Fall for the plot?