"Pray oblige us," said every guest;
"Now then, May, don't be shy,"
Said her brother, "when I
Can assist if you aid should request."
"And," said Murphy, "I, too,
Will be sure to clap you,
If you will but oblige with your best."
"I will try my best style,"
She replied with a smile;
"If you'll promise you'll not be offended.