Perhaps I might be interested in buying a few cows from you," said the Sheriff. "You could come by tomorrow and have a look at them," said Robin. "I cannot bring them to town be they are scattered here and there. But they are only a half day's ride through the southern part of Sherwood." "I would be most happy to come and look at your animals," said the Sheriff greedily. At that moment, Robin looked up and saw Little John coming into the room. He was wearing the uniform of one of the sheriff's men! For a second, Robin wondered if Little John was a traitor. Then he remembered that Little John was the most loyal man he had ever met. Little John also saw Robin. He did not speak but moved closer to Robin's chair. When the others were singing loudly, he leaned over and said, "Meet me in the kitchen at midnight.