Stephanus Marcus 29

Stephanus Marcus Book 1 Canto 6 Verses 4 and 5 Now herald monarch's late arrival nigh. From east his royal standard shows design. A lion bold displays from pennant high - courageous beast, a brave and noble sign. King's escort knights are seen a riding line, protective shield defending great their Sire. Soon castle makes a feast of meat and wine, Duke Morley's servants whole will never tire. To please his Sovereign great is Morley's main desire. Buffoons and jugglers, tumblers, actors make King Richard’s stay that night a pleasant time. Then day's new light brings jousting games that take the stoutest knights that need must be in prime. On mule clown rides, the winning knight doth mime, and archer's contest made concludes the day. A lutist plays a sweet song's tune of rhyme. Soon priest chants prayer, an eve's melodic lay. Forsooth, another night king's knights and he will stay