On inspecting the Body [of Leofric, Abbot IV], they found it quite decayed; but the clothing, particularly the Cassock and Archiepiscopal Pall affixed to it with gilded pins, and the Stole and Maniple, so entire; that it was a matter of wonder to them, how they could have laid so long in that state, and yet continue so perfect as they found them.

I would've felt like an idiot saying Oh, my mate was just making it up as a shit stir. He always does that!

a likely topic for investigation.

And Tom Bowles told him, says, Go up to the store and get you a free pair of britches [on me]. Says, Them damned old britches you wearing ain't fittin' to wear to town.