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38 with an ecstasy of joy, "but I cannot stay at home in idleness for such a long time as a hundred days. I will not press you to see me before your vow has been fulfilled, but may I not sometimes hear your sweet voice? Please allow me to come in secret to your gate every night. Always remember to keep your word, and come to me after the completion of your vow, my dearest lady."

"You can depend upon me, Lord Arihira."