Than does the countenance of each child

Whether of ardent soul or mild. 125

The hour was fixed—they are prepared—

And homeward now they must depart,

And after many a brisk adieu,

On pony trim, and fleet of limb,

Their bustling journey they pursue. 130

The fair-hair’d gentle quiet maid,

And she who is of daring mood,

The valiant and the timid Boy