You, in his stead, for friendship, must now our cup be filling;
And, while he is with the Normans, kindly to care for him must you be willing.”
[1614]
The men and maids in waiting all to their tasks were set:
Silken clothes were called for; a hoard both rich and great,
In rooms and chests long treasured, Queen Hilda bade them open.
These were brought by stewards, and all the guests to them were freely holpen.
[1615]
Of these the very lowest had clothing of the best.
If others than the Normans were bidden to the feast,