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'Who's she?'

'The new matron of the almshouse She caood authority that the local people regarded her as a witch The sisters were glad to see the last of her'

'Do you think she is one of themI mean that tinker and the other Lollards?'

'I do, Father'

'Willia th You must take whatever measures you see fit'

Alice placed a hand on Willia onto the saddle with both hands The colour had returned to his cheeks but he looked weak and drowsy

'Keep your head covered and ride slowly,' she said 'Your father has the potion I prepared It is made from the milk of the poppy and will take away the pain You are alloo measures a dayno more'

'Thank you, Sister'

'You are a very fortunate boy, Willia to break your fall, you wouldn't be with us now'

'We ne's voice

'He watches over us,' she replied autoel? I don't knohat you're talking about, Sir Harald'

'We couldn't have ed without you, Sister'

'I'm sure you would,' Alice looked embarrassed 'The brothers would have administered proper care'

'They sent for you, Sister'