There hath been none headed or hanged in the base-court to-day.

I heard talk amongst the men-at-arms of one whom they took; they said he was a wonder of sheer strength, and how that he cast their men about as though he were playing at ball.

Sooth to say, they seemed to bear him no grudge therefor.

But now I would counsel thee to arise; and I am bidden to tire and array thee at the best.

And now I would say a word in thine ear, to wit, that Dame Elinor feareth thee somewhat this morn." So Goldilind arose, and was arrayed like a very queen, and was served of what she would by Aloyse and the other women, and sat in her chamber awaiting the coming of the mighty Lord of Meadham..