After all my erstwhile dear, my no longer cherished; Need we say it was not love, just because it perished?

Summary

This quote suggests that just because a feeling or relationship has ended, it does not necessarily mean it was never genuine or true. The speaker acknowledges that they once held affection for someone who is no longer dear to them, but emphasizes that the relationship's demise shouldn't undermine the authenticity of the initial emotions. It conveys the notion that love can change and fade over time, without invalidating its existence in the past.

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