. . . Thereupon being grievous in the dumps about it, and now bitterly hating her, he e'en resolved to leave that country to get out of her sight: for now, as every dog has his day, the wench perceiving he came no longer a suitoring to her, but rather tossed his nose at her, and shunned her, she began to love him and dote upon him like any thing.

This passage from Don Quixote captures the essence of the saying "every dog has his day," illustrating the unpredictable turns of fortune. Here, the goatherd experiences the fickleness of love, which shifts in his favor when he decides to move on from unrequited affection. The shepherdess, initially indifferent, finds herself enamored as soon as he ceases his pursuit. This reversal underscores the theme of irony prevalent throughout Don Quixote, where characters often encounter unexpected outcomes. It also highlights the human tendency to desire what is no longer easily attainable, a reflection on the transient nature of human emotions and relationships. Such moments in the narrative enrich the text with humor and insight into human behavior, making it timelessly relatable.