form a pair

irresolute

the closing days of the year

crawl back into the woodwork(fall into the shade)

No eggs can remain unbroken when the nest is upset.

strewn at random

The night is long and dawn comes slow.

inquire about others' things at any time or place

be able but modest

give the matter further thought

a few crumbs(leavings of a meal)

be undisturbed either by favour or disgrace

think of danger in time of peace

spring flower and autumn moon(happy days)

pay frequent calls(exchange freqent visits)

wide-eyed(stare at with wide eyes)

make the long trek(long and arduous journey)

submit to or give in to pay tribute

be on the rampage for a time

The descent to Avernus is easy.