For this reason I have always intended, so soon as we should have made our treaty, to send a lord of name and authority to reside with you, to assist you in governing, and to aid, with his advice, in the better direction of your affairs.
"Would to God that Antwerp were relieved! Certainly I should be very glad, and very well content to lose all that I am now expending if that city could be saved.

I hope, nevertheless, if it can hold out six weeks longer, that we shall see something good.

Already the two thousand men of General Norris have crossed, or are crossing, every day by companies.

I will hasten the rest as much as possible; and I assure you, gentlemen, that I will spare no diligence.

Nevertheless you may, if you choose, retire with my council, and see if together you can come to some good conclusion." Thus spoke Elizabeth, like the wise, courageous, and very parsimonious princess that she was.