In either case his policy was to accept them promptly and to observe them faithfully.
But it soon appeared that William had perfectly understood the character with which he had to deal, and, in offering those terms which the Whigs at Hungerford had censured as too indulgent, had risked nothing.

The solemn farce by which the public had been amused since the retreat of the royal army from Salisbury was prolonged during a few hours.

All the Lords who were still in the capital were invited to the palace that they might be informed of the progress of the negotiation which had been opened by their advice.

Another meeting of Peers was appointed for the following day.

The Lord Mayor and the Sheriffs of London were also summoned to attend the King.