"I will grant you the chance to enter, but first we will check all of your possessions, and then you will answer all of our questions," Billy said. "We will inform the leader of this state about your situation. He will decide if you are allowed to pass this town."
"What if my people were to be attacked here, some people must hold a grudge against us after the wars," Gilles said.
"We aren't savages, and from now on and until Jean makes his choice, you are under my protection," Billy said. "That is if we confirm that you are or not our enemies. Now, line your people in front of the wagons while we check your things."
"I see… You have my thanks," Gilles said.
