But a second letter from Sunderland, in high and menacing terms, was already on the road.

Albemarle informed the University, with many expressions of concern, that he had done his best, but that he had been coldly and ungraciously received by the King.

The academical body, alarmed by the royal displeasure, and conscientiously desirous to meet the royal wishes, but determined not to violate the clear law of the land, submitted the humblest and most respectful explanations, but to no purpose.

In a short time came down a summons citing the Vicechancellor and the Senate to appear before the new High Commission at Westminster on the twenty-first of April.

The Vicechancellor was to attend in person; the Senate, which consists of all the Doctors and Masters of the University, was to send deputies.
When the appointed day arrived, a great concourse filled the Council chamber.