Baron York and his party did not stay at Mr. Jacques's residence. They soon left.
Mr. Jacques still personally saw the baron's party out with great solemnity.
"I'll be staying here for a few days." Before leaving, Baron York gave Mr. Jacques a meaningful look. "Although the royal document is urgent, considering the distance, it's impossible to take anyone to Chinon right away... So please think carefully about my suggestion."
"Your Lordship can enjoy the peace and quiet here for the next few days." Mr. Jacques smiled. "I'm sure you'll like the simple life here."
As for what the two of them had discussed in the reception room, the servants naturally had no way of knowing... But judging by appearances, they seemed to have had a very pleasant conversation?
"I hope so."
Baron York mounted his horse. Surrounded by a group of cavalrymen, he headed into the village. He planned to find Village Chief Charles and have him arrange accommodations.
They had heard that this was the only place in the territory controlled by the Burgundians that still remained loyal to royal rule... As nobles of the kingdom, they should receive excellent treatment.
They had only just left Mr. Jacques's residence.
One of the cavalrymen rode up and asked, "My lord, are we really leaving just like this? What about the matter concerning the document...?"
"Some things can't be hurried, no matter how urgent they are." Baron York spoke calmly. "Don't be fooled by the fact that this place still upholds the tradition of royal rule. It's surrounded by the lands of the Duke of Burgundy... In the end, who knows whether this place truly still upholds that tradition?"
The cavalryman's expression tightened. "My lord, do you mean that Domremy Village may already have... But I heard Jacques's servants