VII
The Crane under Fire—It Is Disabled—The Ram in Action—The Advance of the Great Tower on Rollers— A Question of Marksmanship—Ten Pieces of Gold for a Lucky Shot—The Prize Is Won—The Front Wall Is Breached— The Captured Spy—The Count's Threats—The Return of the Friar—He Tells His Adventures—Who Was the Fool?—Friar or Count?