238. ‘Real natura, angelico intelletto,’

A royal nature, angelic intellect,

clear soul, ready vision, a keen eye,

swift foresight, noble thought,

and truly worthy of his breast:

his judgement quickly chose from among

that choice number of ladies, so lovely,

brought to adorn the festive and noblest day,

the most perfect face of them all.

Others greater in years or fortune

drew aside commanded by his hand,

as he warmly welcomed that one.

The eyes and the brow with mortal semblance

he kissed so as to make them all content:

me envious, of that sweet strange action.

Note: The visit of some prince.