The Prince and the Pauper
Tom's eyes moved across the crowd. H undreds of faces were watching him. His people wanted to hear him speak. He said quietly to Hertford, If I tell the people to do something, will they do it?' Of course, sir,' replied Hertford. You are the king now. Your word is the law Tom spoke in a loud, strong voice. There will be no more blood while I am king. Go to the Tower of London and tell the soldiers this: the k says that the Duke of Norfolk will not die.' All around the room, there were loud cries. No more blood! Long live Edward the Sixth, King of England!