Tear-bedewed her pale cheeks be,

And she sigheth heavily.

From forth the wood into the light

A hunter strides, with carol light,

And a glance so bold and bright.

He careless stopped and eyed the maid;

"Why weepest thou?" he gently said;

"I love thee well; be not afraid."

He takes her hand, and leads her on;

She should have waited there alone,