And even then, you could not walk so far as to the Lord Bishop's Palace.

I doubt if you would even reach the Fore-gate." "That I should, and shall!" cried Mary Antony.

"And, if my old legs fail me, many a gallant will dismount and offer me his horse.

Thus in fine style shall I ride into Worcester city.

Didst thou not see me bestride the Lord Bishop's white palfrey on Play Day ?" Sister Mary Mark broke into laughter.
"Aye," she said, "my sides have but lately ceased aching.