“I say no,” declared Marie, rising.
“I swear yes, with all deference.”
Marie ran down the hill. “Man’s mind is his kingdom. Come, now, down into yours!”
At the foot of the hill Marie turned into the path leading away from the castle, and Sti walked at her side.
“Look you, Sti Högh,” said Marie, “since you seem to think so well of me, I would have you know that I am quite unlearned in the signs of the weather and likewise in other people’s discourse.”
“Surely not.”
“In what you are saying—yes.”
“Nay.”
“Now I swear yes.”