Dirty vanity

you went on a holy journey
in an attempt to atone for your past wars
you killed the lion and wore his skin
then you came to me with a triumphant smile

dirty vanity
longs to show its prize

you kneel before me
with arrogance
but
I am
your hydra and centaur
and in my place more will come

"I came to collect the rest of your strength
I came to undermine your foundations
I will prove my loyalty in the great colosseum
if only you'd let me measure you"

(like you do to an enemy)

you went on a sacred journey
in an attempt to atone for your past lives
but I don't want you to come back
I am your hydra and cerberus
and in my place,
a thousand more will rise