Not that the King was belligerent; on, the contrary, he was heartily weary of the war.

Prerogative was weary--Romanism was weary--Conscience was weary--the Spirit of Freedom was weary but the Prince of Orange was not weary.

Blood and treasure had been pouring forth so profusely during twelve flaming years, that all but that one tranquil spirit were beginning to flag.
At the same time, neither party had more disposition to concede than stomach to fight.

Certainly the royal party had no inclination to yield.
The King had granted easy terms to the Walloons, because upon the one great point of religion there was, no dispute, and upon the others there was no intention of keeping faith.

With regard to the present negotiation, it was desirable to gain a little time.