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THE KING'S THRESHOLD

fedelm. Come with me now!
We have far to go, and daylight’s running out.

seanchan. The stars had come so near me that I caught
Their singing. It was praise of that great race
That would be haughty, mirthful, and white-bodied,
With a high head, and open hand, and how
Laughing, it would take the mastery of the world.

fedelm. But you will tell me all about their songs
When we’re at home. You have need of rest and care,
And I can give them you when we’re at home.
And therefore let us hurry, and get us home.

seanchan. It’s certain that there is some trouble here,
Although it’s gone out of my memory.
And I would get away from it. Give me your help.

[Trying to rise.

But why are not my pupils here to help me?
Go, call my pupils, for I need their help.

fedelm. Come with me now, and I will send for them,
For I have a great room that’s full of beds
I can make ready; and there is a smooth lawn
Where they can play at hurley and sing poems
Under an apple-tree.