Describe that dwelling; talk how well we live,
And all its glory to our village give;
Praise the kind sisters whom we love so much,
And thine own virtues like an artist touch.
“‘Tell her, and here my secret purpose show,
That no dependence shall my sister know; 440
Hers all the freedom that she loves shall be,
And mine the debt—then press her to agree;
Say, that my Brother’s wishes wait on hers,
And his affection what she wills prefers.’