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pleasant grove, he contrary to his expectation, but as he wished, met Eugenia and her maid, who were retired, as it seems their custom was to shelter themselves from the heat of the day, and to hear the pleasant notes of the airy choristers; at the sight of whom he was greatly surprised, and debated within himself, whether he should then make his address, or find a fitter opportunity; but after a little recollection, he resolved not to loose so fair an advantage, yet waiting till they had placed themselves under a cool shade, and then accosting the blushing maid with an amorous address and courtly expressions, he obtained leave to tell his passionate story, whilst his eyes sparkled love and his winning behaviour gave life to the beautiful Eugenia, insomuch that she admitted his visits as often as he pleased, till in the end, love linked their hearts so firm, that they no longer stood at a distance, but appointed the happy day of marriage.
