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Brilliant are the flowers ,
On those level heights and the low grounds.
Complete and alert is the messenger , with his suite ,
Ever anxious lest he should not succeed .
My horses are young ;
The six reins look as if they were moistened .
I gallop them , and urge them on ,
Everywhere pushing my inquiries .
My horses are piebald ;
The six reins are like silk .
I gallop them , and urge them on ,
Everywhere seeking information and counsel .
My horses are white and black-maned ;
The six reins look glossy .
I gallop them , and urge them on ,
Everywhere seeking information and advice .
My horses are grey ;
The six reins are well in hand .
I gallop them , and urge them on ,
Everywhere seeking information and suggestions .