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11 We here follow MS. No. 1520.--L.
Besides this, madam, in order that he may not think he has done anything
pleasing in your sight, I am of opinion you should little by little
withdraw the friendship you have been in the habit of showing him. In
this way he will know how much you scorn his rashness, and how great is
your goodness, since, content with the victory that God has given you,
you seek no further vengeance upon him. And may God give you grace,
madam, to continue in the virtue He has placed in your heart; and,
knowing that all good things come from Him, may you love and serve Him
better than before."
The Princess determined to abide by the advice of her lady of honour,
and then fell asleep with joy as great as was the sadness of her waking
lover.
On the morrow, the lord, her brother, wishing to depart, inquired for
his host, and was told that he was too ill to bear the light or to hear
any one speak. The Prince was greatly astonished at this, and wished to
go and see the gentleman; however, learning that he was asleep, he would
not awake him, but left the house without bidding him farewell.
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