Then, brother, it were well with me:

If by my side she wandered still,

And this cool breeze that stirs the rill

Touched with its gentle breath the brows

Of mine own dear Videhan spouse.

For, Lakshmaṇ, O how blest are those

On whom the breath of Pampá blows,

Dispelling all their care and gloom

With sweets from where the lilies bloom!

How can my gentle love remain