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 impulse. The first page of the sheet was occupied with the lines I had overheard; the sequel was not exactly the writer's own experience, but a composition by portions of that experience suggested. Thus while egotism was avoided, the fancy was exercised, and the heart satisfied. I translate as before, and my translation is nearly literal; it continued thus:—

When sickness stayed awhile my course, He seemed impatient still, Because his pupil's flagging force Could not obey his will. One day when summoned to the bed, Where Pain and I did strive, I heard him, as he bent his head, Say, "God, she must revive!" I felt his hand, with gentle stress, A moment laid on mine, And wished to mark my consciousness By some responsive sign.