Although the tale that they heard involved the destruction of their newly-built houses, and the loss of most of their property, this affected them but slightly in comparison with the news of the murder of Coligny, and of so many Huguenot leaders; and of the terrible fate that would befall the Huguenots, in every town in France.

Some wept, others clenched their weapons in impotent rage.

Some called down the curses of Heaven upon the faithless king, while some stood as if completely dazed at the terrible news.
Philip spoke a few cheering words to them.
"All is not lost yet, my friends.

Heaven will raise up fresh leaders for us.

Many may fall, but the indignation and rage that you feel will likewise animate all who, dwelling in the country, may escape; so that, ere long, we shall have fresh armies in the field.