I will send young Julian to talk with him, and learn if may be the cause of this strange summons.

I would not willingly give cause of offence to the lord prior; and the money has been paid that was promised, so methinks he means no hurt to me or mine.

But it is not safe to adventure oneself into the lion's mouth.

I would gladly know what is behind all this.

I am something ill at ease." "All the household would mean Brother Emmanuel likewise," said the lady.