One ought to witness the absolute indifference of a person who does not care even about their friends.
This couplet captures the baffling, majestic aloofness of a beloved who is so completely detached that even their closest companions cannot move their heart. There is a delicate mix of quiet heartbreak and stunned admiration in the poet's voice; he is not just complaining, but marveling at such supreme indifference. In the world of ghazal, this kind of 'be-niyazi' turns cold unconcern into a captivating spectacle that must be seen to be believed.
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