How durst thou then thyself approach so near
As to make this relation?
Spir. Care and [utmost shifts]
How to secure the Lady from surprisal
Brought to my mind a certain shepherd lad,
[Of small regard to see to], yet well skilled 620
In every [virtuous plant] and healing herb
That spreads her verdant leaf to the morning ray.
He loved me well, and oft would beg me sing;
[Which when I did], he on the tender grass