There is no horse capable of carrying the King of England." "There is Pegasus, however, and in masterly manner you know how to manage him.

But how, your majesty! the queen wanted to ride, though she was deprived of your presence thereby?
She wanted to ride, though this pleasure-ride was at the same time a separation from you?
Oh how cold and selfish are women's hearts! Were I a woman, I would never depart from your side, I would covert no greater happiness than to be near you, and to listen to that high and exalted wisdom which pours from your inspired lips.

Were I a woman--" "Earl, I opine that your wish is perfectly fulfilled," said John Heywood seriously.

"You make in all respects the impression of an old woman!" All laughed.

But the king did not laugh; he remained serious and looked gloomily before him.
"It is true," muttered he, "she seemed excited with joy about this excursion, and in her eyes shone a fire I have seldom seen there.
There must be some peculiar circumstance connected with this ride.