*beckons to the boys to follow* Then we'd best get there straightaway.
*immediately sets off with rapid, long strides* I know the Chief Marchwarden. She is, unfortunately, above bribery but I might be able to reason with her before this goes too far.
*after a moment, with a sudden, amused smile* A history of defying the king. Well, I'm glad it serves as a recommendation in some quarters!