Some formally and freezingly replied, and some
Said by their silence, “Better stay at home.”
A rich man burst the door—
As Crœsus rich, I’m sure;
He could not pride himself upon his wit
Nor wisdom, for he had not got a bit:
He had what’s better—he had wealth.
What a confusion! All stand up erect!
These crowd around to ask him of his health;
These bow in honest duty and respect;