I am completely certain that you will not come tonight, and it is an already accepted truth that you will not listen to me.
There is a tender, weary resignation in this couplet where the lover has abandoned all false hope. Having faced disappointment so many times, their beloved’s absence and stubborn refusal have ceased to hurt as surprises; instead, they have settled into everyday, accepted certainties. It beautifully captures that bittersweet stage of love where knowing you will be let down feels almost like a familiar comfort.
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