John Knight - Love Letter - A Sonnet lyrics

I could not seek your hand and then be scorned For there are other maidens I would seek Against your coldness I have oft been warned But long to feel your cheek against my cheek. How good my chances with thee can I find? Perhaps a letter sent - or face to face For I must leave all other loves behind If I would win your fond and fair embrace. I feel a letter would the problem solve T'would give you time to ponder on my love And time for me to ponder my resolve Time for to pray - seek guidance from above. If I don't get my favourable reply I fear my heart will break and I will die.