A somber feeling lay over the entire camp that evening, and the exultant mood of the Crusader army had ended abruptly with the deaths of Sir Rainbold and the Crusaders who had given their lives assaulting the wall that day. The funeral rites for those who died were short and informal and were performed by some of Count Raymond’s priests, but Peter the Hermit was nowhere to be seen. The next morning, Geoffrey and Rodrigo awoke from their slumber and began to prepare for their daily camp duties.
“I hope Count Raymond now realizes that placing his trust in Peter the Hermit will only lead us down the road of destruction, like it did the People’s Army,” Rodrigo said as he and Geoffrey left their tent.
“I agree. Count Raymond seems to be a sensible leader, although I fear at times, he opens hi
