Against that time, if ever that time come,
When I shall see thee frown on my defects,
When as thy love hath cast his utmost sum,
Call‘d to that audit by advis‘d respects;

Against that time when thou shalt strangely pass,
And scarcely greet me with that sun, thine eye,
When love, converted from the thing it was,
Shall reasons find of settled gravity;

Against that time do I ensconce me here,
Within the knowledge of mine own desert,
And this my hand, against my self uprear,
To guard the lawful reasons on thy part:

    To leave poor me thou hast the strength of laws,
    Since why to love I can allege no cause.

This Shakespearean sonnet, Sonnet 49, delves into the contemplation of a time when the beloved may no longer hold affection. The speaker introspectively prepares for such a time, acknowledging their own imperfections and the potential transformation of love. It reflects on the inevitability of changes in relationships and the uncertainties that may arise. The sonnet captures the intricacies of human emotions and the complexities of love, presenting a timeless exploration of the human experience.