Thank you, dear Sir Alphonse, says Baroness Belle as she hands the young knight a perfumed letter sealed with her seal. May Our Lord and His angels guard you on all of your adventures. Standing on her tip-toes, she kisses Alphonse on the cheek.
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Merci, dear sir! It has been years since I have seen him. He would, I think, be most pleased to receive my letter, informing him that I am well and happy, and that the Baron has been true to his word in his intention to live the noble life that his redemption has granted him.
It would be a great service to me if you would deliver a letter to my old friend, Gascon, who lives there....
Are you on your way to Reims?
The Baroness smiles, blushing at her husband's compliment, and courtsies before The Lusty Fools. Yes! Welcome to Castle Dubois, weary travelers! Thank you for the honor of your presence at our table! Lady Belle gestures for the heroes to follow, and leads the way through the entry hall into the feast hall....
We dine on roast venison taken in this morning's hunt by my husband, The Baron, as well as trout from our moat, fried in butter, garlic, and other herbs, and fresh baked breads, moist cheeses, and even fruits fresh from our orchards! Our maid, Madam Potts, will serve hot tea from China, and we have all the good French wine you can drink!
Oui, good travelers! Please come in and dine with my noble Baron Dubois and myself, his Lady Belle! comes a second, feminine soprano! |