And it is solace to my heart

To have so fair a friend.

No better, sweeter boon I pray

Than thy affection—by the way,

Hast thou a stamp to lend?"

"Aye, marry, 'tis my sweet delight

To succor such an honest knight!"

Sir Thompson straight replied.

Field caught the proffered treasure up,

Then tossing off a stirrup-cup