XIX + 

“Then amongst strangers I was left⁠— + 

But I perceive thou dost not heed⁠—” + 

“Alas! dear nurse, my heart is cleft, + 

Mortally sick I am indeed. + 

Behold, my sobs I scarce restrain⁠—” + 

“My darling child, thou art in pain.⁠— + 

The Lord deliver her and save! + 

Tell me at once what wilt thou have? + 

I’ll sprinkle thee with holy water.⁠— + 

How thy hands burn!”⁠—“Dear nurse, I’m well. + 

I am⁠—in love⁠—you know⁠—don’t tell!” + 

“The Lord be with thee, O my daughter!”⁠— + 

And the old nurse a brief prayer said + 

And crossed with trembling hand the maid. + 