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"MY dear sister and very good Lady," said King Edmund, "you must now show your courage.For I tell you plainly we are in no small danger."

"What is it, Edmund ?" asked the Queen.

"It is this," said Edmund."I do not think we shall find it easy to leave Tashbaan.While the Prince had hope that you would take him,we were honoured guests.But by the Lion' s Mane, I think that as soon as he has your flat denial we shall be no better than prisoners."

One of the Dwarfs gave a low whistle.

"I warned your Majesties, I warned you," said Sallowpad the Raven. "Easily in but not easily out, as the lobster said in the lobster pot !"

"I have been with the Prince this morning," continued Edmund. "He is little used more's the pity to having his will crossed.And he is very chafed at your long delays and doubtful

answers. This morning he pressed very hard to know your mind. I put it aside—meaning at the same time to diminish his hopes-with some light com