It sought with passion's ardency to reach
Some haven wherein it could welcome rest;
It only needed Cupid's dart to teach,
The goal it sought for was within your breast.

[Paolo encircles Virginia with his arm]


Love's Confidence

Paolo--
Your lips, for kisses ripe,
In sweetest lines are laid;
You lift your face to mine
Unblushing, unafraid.

For love has confidence
And nought but love repays
The sweet confiding trust
Your nestling touch conveys.