What's the Matter?

"Are you well?" asked his hostess.

"Yes. I'm just contemplative. You have a very nice country."

"I like to think so." She leaned far enough over the tub so he could see her belly button. "You seem very nice, not like the other knights I've known," she continued.

"I am not like all other knights."

"In what way?"

"I like to treat people as well as possible. There is no need to be gruff when not on the battlefield."

"I don't know. I rather like the strength of it."

"Suit yourself."

She finished her job and he stood up and got out of the tub. "We have a special suit of clothes for you for tonight," she said, producing a bundle. "If you want I can help you with it. If not, just ring the bell when you need me." She bowed slightly as Fred took the bundle. Fred's hands trembled slightly as he took it.

1. Fred tells her that he has been putting on clothes for many years now and will not need her assistance.
2. Fred says he wants to make sure he looks his best and will need her help.
3. Fred embraces her for no apparent reason.

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