Remember that the counts of Hapsburg did not attain their heights of reputation and glory by fraud, insolence or selfishness, but by courage and devotion to the public weal.

As long as you follow their footsteps, you will not only retain, but augment, the possessions and dignities of your illustrious ancestors." The tears and sobs of his wife and family interrupted him while he uttered these parting words.

The bugles then sounded.

The knights mounted their horses; the clatter of hoofs was heard, and the glittering cavalcade soon disappeared in the forest.

Albert had left his ancestral castle, never to return.