Chapter 34 No.34

The mistress of the mansion came,

Mature of age, a graceful dame;

Whose easy step and stately port

Had well become a princely court,

580 To whom, though more than kindred knew,note

Young Ellen gave a mother's due.

Meet welcome to her guest she made,

And every courteous rite was paid,

That hospitality could claim,

585 Thou