With this object in view, I will begin by translating what Condivi says upon the subject.
"Michelangelo's sagacity with regard to the importance of S.Miniato guaranteed the safety of the town, and proved a source of great damage to the enemy.

Although he had taken care to secure the position, he still remained at his post there, in case of accidents; and after passing some six months, rumours began to circulate among the soldiers about expected treason.

Buonarroti, then, noticing these reports, and being also warned by certain officers who were his friends, approached the Signory, and laid before them what he had heard and seen.

He explained the danger hanging over the city, and told them there was still time to provide against it, if they would.

Instead of receiving thanks for this service, he was abused, and rebuked as being timorous and too suspicious.