Your majesty has more than once learned the value of accusations made at court." Louis XIV.

made a sign for Colbert to approach.

"Speak, Monsieur Colbert," said the young prince, "for I almost believe that Mademoiselle de la Valliere has need of your assistance before she can put any faith in the king's word.

Tell mademoiselle what M.Fouquet has done; and you, mademoiselle, will perhaps have the kindness to listen.

It will not be long." Why did Louis XIV.