XLII + 

“Onegin, I was younger then, + 

And better, if I judge aright; + 

I loved you⁠—what did I obtain? + 

Affection how did you requite? + 

But with austerity!⁠—for you + 

No novelty⁠—is it not true?⁠— + 

Was the meek love a maiden feels. + 

But now⁠—my very blood congeals, + 

Calling to mind your icy look + 

And sermon⁠—but in that dread hour + 

I blame not your behaviour⁠— + 

An honourable course ye took, + 

Displayed a noble rectitude⁠— + 

My soul is filled with gratitude! + 