There were a few swift orders from the captain, instantly obeyed, and then, surrounded by soldiers, Christine's carriage moved slowly away.
"Briant, the Count and de Bornais are prisoners. Find safe ward for them in the castle."
"Traitors!" And there was no mistaking the temper of the soldiers who surrounded them.
"I said safe ward," Herrick commanded. "Safe ward in the castle. Pierre Briant, I hold you responsible for their safety."
Briant saluted.
"Be silent if you value life," Herrick said to the Count. "And you, de Bornais, I trusted you."
"I have betrayed the trust, sir."
"And your men?"
"Are now without a leader, sir."