4 But when he lies down, take note of the place where he lies; then go uncover a place at his feet and you lie down. He will then tell you what to do.”
5 “I will do whatever you say,” Ruth replied.
6 She went down to the threshing floor and did just as her mother-in-law had instructed her.
7 Boaz ate and drank to his heart’s content, and went to lie down at the edge of the pile of grain. She crept up, uncovered a place at his feet, and lay down.
8 Midway through the night, the man gave a start and groped about, only to find a woman lying at his feet.
9 “Who are you?” he asked. She replied, “I am your servant Ruth. Spread the wing of your cloak over your servant, for you are a redeemer.”
10 He said, “May the Lord bless you, my daughter! You have been even more loyal now than before in not going after the young men, whether poor or rich.