The adversary took revenge, exceeding expectations, but the ally, remaining by one's side, exacted an even more terrible vengeance.

This couplet speaks to the deepest pain of betrayal. Amrut Ghayal suggests that the hurt inflicted by a close friend or supporter is far worse than the enmity of a true foe. It captures the bitter irony of having someone by your side, only to find them wielding the sharpest malice. It’s a powerful reflection on trust and the unexpected wounds of those we trust most.