We had no quarrel in this matter, but what was the promise that was made?

This couplet delves into the painful reality of unfulfilled promises. The poet asks: If there was no conflict or disagreement in the relationship itself, then what was the fundamental problem? The answer lies in the promises—the grand declarations of love and commitment that were ultimately broken. It’s a poignant questioning of sincerity, suggesting that the true fault was not in the relationship, but in the words that were never kept.