She wore about ten thousand pounds,

Each finger had its priceless jewel,

She was, in fact, ablaze—but zounds!

Her play, indeed, was "something cruel."

I called for trumps, and called in vain,

At intervals I dared to mention

How much her conduct caused me pain,

Yet paid she not the least attention.

I very nearly tore my hair,

I begged of her to play discreetly,