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182 And seek, by kindly deeds, to win
 * A loving friend in each.

And though unseen on earth we dwell,
 * Sweet voices whisper low,

And gentle hearts most joyously greet
 * The Elves where'er they go.

When next me meet in the Fairy dell,
 * May the silver moon's soft light

Shine then on faces gay as now,
 * And Elfin hearts as light.

Now spread each wing, for the eastern sky
 * With sunlight soon will glow.

The morning star shall light us home:
 * Farewell! for the Elves must go.

As the music ceased, with a soft, rustling sound the Elves spread their shining wings, and flew silently over the sleeping earth; the flowers closed their bright eyes, the little winds were still, for the feast was over, and the Fairy lessons ended.