Was introduced the germ of passion.
Indignant at the godlet’s tale,
She hastened to protest to Zeus,
Her lovely cheek with anger pale,
She was prepared to raise the deuce.
But as Olympus’ mount drew near,
She spied Adonis chasing deer.
And in a moment from her head
All thoughts of wrath and Cupid fled.
Straightway she hitched her gentle team