8/18 "I would not show lack of courtesy toward a worthy man, but I was deep in a matter of some weight, concerning which, Alleyne, I should be glad of your rede. It touches the question of dimidiation or impalement in the coat of mine uncle, Sir John Leighton of Shropshire, who took unto wife the widow of Sir Henry Oglander of Nunwell. The case has been much debated by pursuivants and kings-of-arms. But how is it with you, master shipman ?" "Ill enough, my fair lord. The cog must go about anon, and I know not how we may keep the water out of her." "Go call Sir Oliver!" said Sir Nigel, and presently the portly knight made his way all astraddle down the slippery deck. |