In vain, again, did certain feudal lords, especially in Southern France, refuse for some time their adhesion to Hugh Capet.

One of them, Adalbert, count of Perigord, has remained almost famous for having made to Hugh Capet's question, "Who made thee count ?" the proud answer, "Who made thee king ?" The pride, however, of Count Adalbert had more bark than bite.

Hugh possessed that intelligent and patient moderation, which, when a position is once acquired, is the best pledge of continuance.

Several facts indicate that he did not underestimate the worth and range of his title of king.

At the same time that by getting his son Robert crowned with him he secured for his line the next succession, he also performed several acts which went beyond the limits of his feudal domains, and proclaimed to all the kingdom the presence of the king.