Hierof I am inquisitif; 410
And who that can mi tale save,
Al quyt he schal my doghter have;
Of his ansuere and if he faile,
He schal be ded withoute faile.
Forthi my Sone,’ quod the king,
‘Be wel avised of this thing,[1493]
Which hath thi lif in jeupartie.’
Responsio Appollini.
Appolinus for his partie,