Claimed By Death

She lies lifeless across the ballroom floor
Love pouring from her veins
I'm compelled to walk out the door
For I never knew her name

Oblivious was I to the signs
As if I even bothered to look
Walking away would be such a crime
To the very sight of her I shook

My hands against her face I hold
Yet still I feel no breath
Her body feels so cold
Why was she claimed by death?

Was she treated badly?
Or did she just want to dance?
Her body lies so sadly
If only I had given her the chance