The Procession Lyrics

Lyric discussion by RBK4129 

Cover art for The Procession lyrics by Dear Hunter, The

I believe that Ms. Terri was raped and murdered. "stuttered hands attempt to flail, and finally agree. "

Although, the line "one life for another" doesn't really fit in there. Who is gaining this new life in the wake of her death?

Is it the Dear Hunter? Starting on his own?