Salisbury:Well, lords, we have not got that which we have:'Tis not enough our foes are this time fled,Being opposites of such repairing nature.York:I know our safety is to follow them;For, as I hear, the king is fled to London,To call a present court of parliament.Let us pursue him ere the writs go forth.What says Lord Warwick? shall we after them?Warwick:After them! nay, before them, if we can.Now, by my faith, lords, 'twas a glorious day:Saint Alban's battle won by famous YorkShall be eternized in all age to come.Sound drums and trumpets, and to London all:And more such days as these to us befall!

Summary

In this quote from William Shakespeare's play "Henry VI, Part 2", the characters discuss their victory in the Battle of Saint Alban's and the need to pursue King Henry VI, who has fled to London. Lord Salisbury acknowledges that although their enemies have been defeated, they still lack something. Lord York suggests that their safety lies in following the king to London and participating in the upcoming parliament court. Lord Warwick enthusiastically agrees and proposes that they not only chase after King Henry, but also go ahead of him in their pursuit. He declares that the glorious victory of York in the battle will be remembered for generations to come and calls for celebrations. The quote showcases the characters' determination to continue their chase and their belief in future triumphs.

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