A slight flush

Of moral anger previously had tinged

The old Man's cheek; but, at this closing turn

Of self-reproach, it passed away. Said he,

"That which we feel we utter; as we think

So have we argued; reaping for our pains

No visible recompense. For our relief

You," to the Pastor turning thus he spake,

"Have kindly interposed. May I entreat

Your further help? The mine of real life