There are not many French knights who have earned a count's ransom in the present war.

And now I will take horse; here is one-half of the sum I promised you, in gold nobles.

I will send you the remainder on the day when I get news from you that the matter is finished." "Have your money ready in a week's time," the knight replied, taking the bag of gold which the other placed on the table, "for by that time you will hear from me.

I hope this will not be the last business which we may do together; there ought to be plenty of good chances in a war like this.

Any time that you can send me word of an intended foray by a small party under a commander whose ransom would be a high one I will share what I get with you; and similarly I will let you know of any rich prize who may be pounced upon on the same terms.
"Agreed!" the other said.