1. When my friend betrays me though I trust him
That is our farewell, and that is the end

2. I return his affection and leave her
Free, impossible to win back

3. And I am a man of modesty that you see
Living with manners, little deceit

4. I befriend men, not revealing to some
The secret of others, though knowing all

5. They remain scattered in lands, their secret
To a rock that strong men cannot break

6. Each person has a niche in their heart, empty
A place for whispers, unseen by others