Hugo Gottfried, I command you--make your head ready for the striker.

Bare the neck and bow the knee!" But I stood as erect as I could, though I felt hands laid upon my shoulders and the breathing of many close about me.
"Knights and gentlemen," said I, "I am not afraid to die, if need be.

But ere you do your will upon me, I would fain tell you a tale and give you a warning.

Here I am one among many.

I am also of your opinion, if your opinion be against tyranny.