He commanded me on his death-bed to marry Lenora.

I have searched heaven and earth to find you.

I have suffered for many months all the torture that a nature like mine can endure; and at length I have discovered you! I have come, sir, to ask the reward of my suffering.

I lay my fortune, heart, and life at your feet; and, in exchange, I implore the happiness of leading Lenora to the altar.

Grant me that favor, O my _father_! Grinselhof awaits you.