And give the ring thou gavest—let it be 710
A token still of my regard for thee—
But only that—and to a worthier now
Consign the gift.”——
“The only worthy thou!”
Replied the lover; and what more express’d
May be omitted—here our tale shall rest.
This pair, our host and hostess of the Fleece,
Command some wealth, and smile at its increase;
Saving and civil, cautious and discreet,