Of where her lover might keep guard.

There, where a shafted moonbeam barred

An alcove of gray masonry,

His face shone out, so tranquilly

She thought him sleeping; but his eyes

Were wide, intent on her and wise

Beyond the sight of living men.

Softly she called to him and, when

He answered not, 'twas then she knew. . .

She kissed his forehead, and withdrew