And a little o yere bread and wine,

And not to forget the lady’s love

That freed ye out o prison strong.’

34

‘I’ll lay my life,’ cried Earl Bichet,

‘It’s my true love come oer the sea!’

Then up and spake the bride’s mother,

‘It’s a bonny time to speak wi thee!’

35

‘O your doughter came here on a horse’s back,