1. The slanderers said a beard appeared on his cheek
So I said don't exaggerate what's wrong with that?

2. Beauty in him is as I've always known it
And the hair is a shield for him from those who'd fault him

3. More radiant and abundant were his charms
His cheek lost its flush and his beard turned green

4. And he who once scraped to gain his affection
Will surely part from me and him, said his friend