Chapter 6
The pub of the Old Coast Inn was overflowing with patrons. Sailors, Cape residents, and even a few vagrants jostled each other to reach the counter. They shouted at the innkeeper and his assistant, then stood against the walls of the room to enjoy their drinks.
Pierre, one of Count De Moreaux’s servants, stood by the counter. He had pushed his way through the crowd and was now trying to get Martin’s attention. After a while, the innkeeper had a moment of rest, and after providing Pierre with a cup of beer, he stood by him and chatted.
“You are early here today, Pierre,” he remarked.
“Yes,” Pierre replied. “I have the afternoon off.”
“I understand your boss was also at the meal when the Masked Robber broke in. What can you tell me? I have heard so many stories that I do not k
