He cannot hope to defeat Tesse, but he may wear out and dispirit his men by constant attacks.

You speak Spanish fluently enough now, and will be able to advise and suggest.

Remember, every day that Tesse is delayed gives so much time to the king to put Barcelona in a state of defense.

With my little force I cannot do much even when I come.

The sole hope of Barcelona is to hold out until a fleet arrives from England.