The beloved responds, declaring that she is her beloved's and his desire is for her, establishing that despite the lover's elaborate assertion of ownership and intention, the beloved affirms mutual belonging and suggests that the lover desires her. The beloved's statement that the lover's desire is directed toward her establishes that his passion is focused and that she is the object of his deepest longing. The statement of mutual belonging—'I am my beloved's'—reiterates the refrain that has appeared throughout the poem and affirms that their relationship is marked by reciprocal commitment. This verse theologically suggests that the beloved actively affirms mutual belonging and directs attention to the lover's desire for her, establishing that she is desired and valued.

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