And 'somehow' set aside your brother,

Who, e'en unsafe in his own skin,

Forced to jump out,—why you jump in!

All your 'attentions' are so striking,

At once they catch the royal liking.

Your Master feigns a 'deep regret,'

Well knowing what himself shall get:

You (bless your stars for such a barter)

Are bought and paid for with—the Garter!

And having got just what you wish'd for,