We met in secret : mystery is to love Like perfume to the flower; the maiden's blush Looks loveliest when her cheek is pale with fear. (Letitia Elizabeth Landon)

We met in secret : mystery is to love Like perfume to the flower; the maiden's blush Looks loveliest when her cheek is pale with fear.

Letitia Elizabeth Landon

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