Chapter 371 of 528 · 64 words · ~1 min read

XXIX.

And felt the maiden boundless gratitude To him the saviour of herself and sire. Love when he comes doth little there intrude, With such devoted zeal she doth admire; ’Tis only kindling an intenser fire. Neither had noted the delicious hour, When mutual transport as in Heavenly choir Their souls united; but the common power They owned with one accord--of hearts the richest dower.