I heard him groan heavily as they took him from the horse.
Then the thane gave his name to the steward, and that was the first time I had learned it.
"Sighard, thane of Mundesley, and his daughter, the Lady Hilda." They were led into the hall; and I went my way, or was going, for I had only passed down the steps, when some one called me.
"Paladin, one moment!" I turned, for the Frankish title could be meant for no one but myself, and there was the old thane at the door.
"I did but take my daughter into the house, and I have yet to thank you and your comrades for your help.

Believe me, I know how great it has been; but one is confused at these times.

I think we shall meet again ?" "Doubtless," I said.

"But it was chance which brought us to you, as we wandered." "For which chance I have need to be thankful.

It is not every one, however, who can make use of a chance as you did.