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VII

The Tsun Ta Lu; narrative. Old friendship should not be hastily broken off.

1Along the great highway,
  I hold you by the cuff.
O spurn me not, I pray,
  Nor break old friendship off. p. 93

2Along the highway worn,
  I hold your hand in mine.
Do not as vile me scorn;
  Your love I can't resign.


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