But 'tis well, indeed, that you so withstood us; for had it been any other of our jewels but this, it would not have been recognized." "That is so, Lady and, since my capture, I often thought that it was strange it so happened." After staying a day there, Oswald continued his journey; to the regret of the ladies, who were glad to hear that he would never again fight against the Welsh.

His escort accompanied him, as near the border as it was safe for them to go.

The next day they rode into Chester, and then, by easy stages, up to Alnwick.
Oswald went to Hotspur's apartments, as soon as he entered the castle.
"I congratulate you heartily," Hotspur said, as he entered.

"I see that you have won your spurs.

I said to myself, when I received your letter, saying that you were starting to carry a letter to the king, that your enterprise would bring you either death or a pair of gold spurs.