Roberta Jellis. Dragon and Rose (№ 423933)

Citizens also crowded around, shouting cheers as a sign of approval of the mayor's words and throwing flowers. Henry was relieved, for Londoners tended to remain silent with a sullen look or to express their disagreement more vigorously by using stones and garbage. Someday, Henry pondered darkly, it might be his destiny, but today they loved him.