His "long-bow" hunting tales of old

Are now but duller;

Fair Neobule too! Is not

One Hebrus here,—from Aldershot?

Aha, you colour!

Be wise. There old Canidia sits;

No doubt she's tearing you to bits.

And look, dyspeptic, brave, and kind,

Comes dear Maecenas, half behind

Terentia's skirting;