Your nature is so fond of flattery; for God's sake, for how long should we keep pleading with you?
In this couplet, the lover shares a weary yet affectionate sigh of exasperation toward a beloved who craves endless praise and flattery. There is a relatable exhaustion in asking just how long one must keep begging for the smallest gesture of affection. The plea 'for God's sake' perfectly captures that tender tipping point where romantic devotion borders on utter exasperation with the beloved's unyielding vanity.
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