and he called at the door; and the old man within knew his tongue so soon as ever he heard it; so he opened the door, and they all came in. Then said Mnason, their host, "How far have ye come to-day?"
So they said, "From the house of Gaius, our friend."
"I promise you," said he, "you have come a good stitch: you may well be weary. Sit down." So they sat down.
Great. Then said their guide, "Come, what cheer, sirs? I dare say you are welcome to my friend."
Mnas. "I also," said Mr. Mnason, "do bid you welcome; and whatever you want, do but say, and we will do what we can to get it for you."
Hon. Our great want a while since was a resting-place and good company, and now I hope we have both.
Mnas. For resting-place, you see what it is; but for good company, that will appear in the trial.
Great. "Well," said Great-heart, "will you have the pilgrims up into their lodging?"
Mnas. "I will," said Mr. Mnason. So he had them up to their several places, and also showed them a very fair dining-room, where they might be, and sup together, until time should come to go to rest.
Now, when they were set in their places, and were a little cheery after their journey, Mr.
