This poem’s narrative draws parallels between the myth of Cupid and Psyche and a personal journey of love and loss. The speaker reflects on the anguish of searching for a lost lover, grappling with the painful reality of their absence while acknowledging the need to move on. Despite efforts to retrace their shared experiences, they find no signs of the beloved. The speaker expresses deep remorse for past mistakes, yearning for the joy of their relationship before it fractured. Ultimately, they hold onto hope, envisioning a future reunion and the chance to offer a long-overdue apology.
