But take this sign; [Gives her his diamond ring] enduring adamant
Betokens well affection that will live
Long as life animates my faithful heart.
Now let us go; for, see, the deepening shades
Of twilight darken our lone forest-path;
And, lo! thy dove comes gliding through the murk,
Fair wanderer, back to its loved mistress’ care!
Luna will light us on our journey home:
For, see, her lamp shines radiant in the sky,
And her bright beams will pierce the thickest boughs.