An hour later some of the principal inhabitants waited upon him, and asked which churches he desired to have for the exercise of his religion.

He replied: "Wherever I have my quarters I shall have conveniency enough to worship God, and as for the army they will strictly follow the rules of war, and perform divine service among themselves without giving any offense to any one." This answer gave great satisfaction to the people, as the French had spread a report among them that the Protestants, if they captured the town, would take their churches from them.
In the evening the earl gave a great banquet, at which he entertained all the people of distinction of both parties, and his courtesy and affability at once won for him the confidence of all with whom he came in contact.

The next day the shops were all opened, the markets filled, and there were no signs that the tranquillity of Barcelona had ever been disturbed.

Soon after breakfast Jack, who was quartered in the governor's palace with the general, was informed that a gentleman wished to speak to him, and the Count de Minas was shown in.

He took Jack's hand and bowed profoundly.