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The reddening west—the sun was near the wave: He caught the fainting Inez in his arms— One desperate struggle—he has gained the top, And the broad sun has sunk beneath the river! A shout arose from those who watched; but why Does still Leandro kneel, and Inez hang Motionless round his neck? The blood has gushed— The life-blood from his heart! a vein had burst. - - - And Inez was dead too! - - -