The old count called the maiden into his presence.
“What reward do you ask for so great a service?”
“That you call the Dean of Strasburg to give thanks in the chapel.”
The count called the bishop, and attended the service. When it was over, he did not remand the good man to his cell.
“I have one request to make of you,” said Bernard to the maid, as they left the church.
“Name it.”
“You promise to grant it?”
“Name it.”
“That you make your home in the castle.”