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This is first person form the point of view of Apollo desiring Daphne. |
| Perfect nymph, you’ve been hit by bolt of lead Eros’ bitter shot makes your detest spread Is that wound why you view me with such dread Your harsh ignorance of me bleeds me dead I too was struck by an Eros arrow Golden in hew deep within my marrow Nymphish voice and smile like a sparrow Smoothing my bedlam soul like a harrow You ran away from me with a shiver To your father Peneus the river Your sad wish he shall grant and deliver My curses to Eros and his quiver I am but left with your body floral ‘Shall never forget you by this laurel |