It always demands a sacrifice
It - or - They demand a deal
They are the devil at the crossroads waiting for a soul to steal
The choices of the seven deadly sins
Which one will you choose?
Lust
Gluttony
Greed
Sloth
Wrath
Envy
Pride
It consumes the light, but in return fills with dark pleasure acting as a temporary high; a short-lived fix that like acid burns.
Deadly
The prohibition is an ad for continued living in health and with longevity. Too much of anything, including virtuousness, can destroy the mind. Balance is the goal. Nice write - allets -