In fact, there seemed a joy diffused around,

As if some long-lost blessing had been found;

And I could judge by both their dress and air

There went some pains to form that gentle pair. 30

You will have Neighbours; nay, perhaps you know

To whom that—Blessing, shall I say?—you owe.—


“Nay, B[rother], I must leave }

The Place I love; but, going, I must grieve.”— }

“True, my dear R[ichard]—but I ask reprieve; }