Question

The water stood in my eyes to hear this avowal of his dependence; just as if a royal eagle, chained to a perch, should be forced to entreat a sparrow to become its purveyor.

Accepted Answer

Mis ojos se humedecieron oyéndole proclamar su dependencia de mí. Era como si un águila real, encadenada, hubiese de depender de un gorrión para subsistir.

Back	The water stood in my eyes to hear this avowal of his dependence; just as if a royal eagle, chained to a perch, should be forced to entreat a sparrow to become its purveyor.
Front	Mis ojos se humedecieron oyéndole proclamar su dependencia de mí. Era como si un águila real, encadenada, hubiese de depender de un gorrión para subsistir.

De Water Stood Eyes Hear Avowal Dependence Royal