Of golden hair, to turn to and caress.

XIV.

And though I know thee prone, in vacant hours,

To laugh and talk with those who circumvent

And make mad speeches; though I know the bent

Of some such men, and though in ladies' bowers

They brag of swords—I know my proven powers;

I know myself and thee, and am content.

XV.

I know myself; and why should I demur?