But Adeline was occupied by fame
This day; and watching, witching, condescending
To the consumers of fish fowl, and game,
And dignity with courtesy so blending,
As all must blend whose part it is to aim
(Especially as the sixth year is ending)
At their lord's, son's, or similar connection's
Safe conduct through the rocks of re-elections.
Though this was most expedient on the whole,
And usual—Juan, when he cast a glance
On Adeline while playing her grand role,