“Say now somewhat, since other folk have said; Tell us a tale of mirth, and that anon.” “Hostë,” quoth I, “be not evil apaid, 3854 For other talë certes can 3855 I none, But of a rhyme I learned yore 3856 agone.” “Yea, that is good,” quoth he; “now shall we hear Some dainty thing, me thinketh by thy cheer.” 3857