Two days before that appointed for the drawing, Jean said to Leigh: "I shall ride tomorrow to the castle of Clisson.

I know Monsieur de Lescure.

He has wide influence, and is known to be a devoted royalist, and to have several royalist refugees now at his house.

I shall be able to learn, from him, whether his intention is to take part in the insurrection.

It is a long ride, and I shall not return until tomorrow.
"If you like, you can ride north to Saint Florent.