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If he asks for you, Say what answer then? Give him my gold ring And answer not a thing ....

Should he question me Concerning the last hour? Say I smiled for fear That he should shed a tear....

Should he question more Without knowing me ? Like a sister speak; Suffering he may be....

Should he question why Empty is the hall? Show the gaping door, The lamp alight no more....