This intimation produced an unwonted despatch in the Emperor's movements; but fate was against him, and contrary winds rendered his arrival in time a matter of doubt till the last possible moment.

Henry must cross to Calais on the 31st of May, whether Charles came or not; and it was the 26th before the Emperor's ships appeared off the cliffs of Dover.

Wolsey put out in a small boat to meet him, and conducted Charles to the castle where he lodged.

During the night Henry arrived.

Early next day, which was (p.