Shell Shocked

there are many fights
that are worth the battle scars
justice must see its day
and even the underdog
should experience
what it is like
to be a champion

there are other things
unworthy of the effort
for some things should \"be\"
without having to wage war
though, still laced in victory
lacking need for the trophy
with the outcome the reward

you, my dear, fought me
inflicting wounds
with such severity
I will take years to recover
all of this for nothing
and you are actually surprised
that you didn't win my love...