Note 15 — JANUARY AND MAY:
Reading edition
The infatuation of the knight is more strongly marked in the original. He summons his friends to hear his fixed resolution, and to beg their assistance. He wants no advice, and instead of inviting them to speak their minds with freedom, he concludes his address with the words
And synnes ye have heard all mine intent, I pray you to my wille ye assent.
They do, indeed, offer him counsel where he solicited help, which is a true stroke of nature on both sides.