. The sweet and touching tale of Fleur & Blanchefleur; a mediaeval legend. 3° THE SWEET AND TOUCHING TALE OF. FLEUR AND BLANCHEFLEUR 31 Blanchefleur was sold to the Admiral of Babylon, and he lovedher more than all his wives. At these tidings Fleur rejoiced ; but, fearing for his life, he letdrop no word of seeking Blanchefleur. After lodging for the night in the ferry-house, Fleur askedhis host if he could commend him to any good friend inBabylon for lodging and furtherance in his trade. Yes, truly that I can, replied the boatman. At the entranceto Babylon you will find a river, and on the ri
. The sweet and touching tale of Fleur & Blanchefleur; a mediaeval legend. 3° THE SWEET AND TOUCHING TALE OF. FLEUR AND BLANCHEFLEUR 31 Blanchefleur was sold to the Admiral of Babylon, and he lovedher more than all his wives. At these tidings Fleur rejoiced ; but, fearing for his life, he letdrop no word of seeking Blanchefleur. After lodging for the night in the ferry-house, Fleur askedhis host if he could commend him to any good friend inBabylon for lodging and furtherance in his trade. Yes, truly that I can, replied the boatman. At the entranceto Babylon you will find a river, and on the river a bridge, andon the bridge a toll-keeper, to whom, if you give this ring fromme, you will be welcome. FLEUR AND BLANCHEFLEUR 33 Chapter V HAVING said adieu to the friendly boatman, Fleur pushed onwith such diligence that by eventide he reached the bridgewhich guarded the approach to Babylon, and, on presenting thering to the toll-keeper, was by him kindly received and taken forthe night to his house in the city. Next day, when Fleur went forth to view the city, and beheldhow great was the Admirals mi
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