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I shall see that cheek grow pale, As the lily in the vale. I shall hear those steps whose flight Is so musical and light, Dragging onwards languid slow, Caring nothing where they go.

Woe! for all I see will come! Woe for our deserted home! If to love thy choice shall be, Farewell, my sweet child, to thee!