But did that rich and worthy Uncle know }
What you, dear Sir, will in your kindness show, }
He would his friendly aid with generous hand bestow. }
“Good men my Brothers both, and both are raised
Far above want—the Power that gave be praised! 800
My Sister’s jointure, if not ample, gives
All she can need, who as a lady lives;
But I, unaided, may through all my years
Endure these ills—forgive these foolish tears.
“Once, my dear Sir—I then was young and gay,