This poem serves as a sequel to “A Love Proposition”, centering around a reply to a prior love letter from an admirer. The speaker expresses delight upon receiving the letter but reveals their hesitance towards love and marriage, citing past heartbreak as a significant reason for their reluctance. While acknowledging the admirer’s sincerity and modesty, the speaker confesses to feeling unprepared to open their heart again due to previous emotional scars. They request reassurance that their heart will be protected before they can fully embrace the prospect of new love, indicating a desire to heal further before committing.
A Love Proposition 2: Beauty’s Response (Original Song)
