Humbert encased his harp, and having tuned it, delivered it to Gilbert.

Then, with scrupulous care, having re-examined his costume, he ascended a flight of stairs, escorted by a serf, and ordered Gilbert to follow.
They were ushered into a spacious room, hung with armor and broidered tapestry.
By a blazing fire were seated the baron and Father Omehr, and some paces behind them stood several attendants.

Sir Sandrit rose and saluted the minstrel with much courtesy, and bade him warm himself at the genial hearth.

Humbert received the baron's congratulations without embarrassment, and pledged his health in a brimming bowl.

While the minnesinger and the noble were exchanging compliments, Gilbert kept a respectful distance, supporting the harp.