"Nay, is that true?"

"Yes; only those above them call them so."

"Then must I try again. I will call him villein."

"No-no; for he may be a freeman."

"Ah -- so. Then peradventure I should call him
goodman."

"That would answer, your grace, but it would be
still better if you said friend, or brother."

"Brother! -- to dirt like that?"