That flashed and sparkled from the other's eyes;[169][CH]
He was all fire: no shadow on his brow
Remained, nor sign of sickness on his face.[170]
Hands joined he with his Visitant,—a grasp,
An eager grasp; and many moments' space—
When the first glow of pleasure was no more,
And, of the sad appearance which at once
Had vanished, much was come and coming back—[171]
An amicable smile retained the life
Which it had unexpectedly received,