A wise, stout captain, and soon persuaded.

HASTINGS.
The good old man would fain that all were well,
So 't were not long of him; but, being enter'd,
I doubt not, I, but we shall soon persuade
Both him and all his brothers unto reason.

[Enter the Mayor and two Aldermen, below.]

KING EDWARD.
So, master mayor; these gates must not be shut
But in the night or in the time of war.
What! fear not, man, but yield me up the keys;

[Takes his keys.]

For Edward will defend the town and thee,
And all those friends that deign to follow me.

[March. Enter MONTGOMERY and Forces.]

GLOSTER.
Brother, this is Sir John Montgomery,
Our trusty friend unless I be deceiv'd.

KING EDWARD.
Welcome, Sir John; but why come you in arms?

MONTGOMERY.