Will Scarlet. Shall he not have cloth for a coat, gentle master? He is thinly clad.
Robin Hood. Well said, Will Scarlet; go, get three measures of every kind, that he may be warmly and gayly clad.
Little John. Here is the money, Robin Hood, and good measure.
Robin Hood. And what will you give, Little John, who are so generous with my money?
Little John. A pair of golden spurs, that he may ride fast to his castle and redeem his lands.
The Knight. Many thanks, Little John, and to you, my good friend. Tell me, Robin Hood, when shall I come to return the money you so kindly lend me?
Robin Hood. This day twelvemonth; and a happy year may it be! We will meet under this trysting tree. Till then, be merry!
The Knight. I shall be with you a year from to-day. Farewell.
Scene II.—In the Abbot's Hall
The Abbot, The Prior