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[77] The sense is, ‘I shared, to be sure, the simple life of my mistress before her marriage; but since that time have lived a life of indulgent luxury for which my present position is not a gratifying exchange. I miss my costly ointments; therefore do you, who, like her, are chaste and happy brides, offer me that gift upon your marriage.’


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