The speaker expresses deep devotion and longing towards a lady, referring to himself as her enslaved knight who willingly faces great dangers for her sake. He seeks news of her, addressing her as a radiant figure with three faces, indicating her multifaceted nature. His thoughts wander to her luxurious surroundings, imagining her movements and contemplations about how to balance her virtues with the pain he feels in his heart for her.
He ponders what kind of honor or reward could justify the suffering and effort he endures for her love. His reflections reveal the conflict between his devotion and the torment of unrequited feelings, highlighting the knight's desire for acknowledgment of his sacrifices, as he grapples with questions of reward, rest, and ultimately, the significance of his life in the pursuit of her affection.