The King has just returned from his campaign against the
French. Once again, he has lost the
battle. Not only does he lose his men, but his fortunes were drained during the
conflict. He is in need of money but has
already taxed the barons in this latest failure. Still, he is determined to acquire funds for
his campaign. I worry about his actions. The barons are at their limit as it is. If the king insists on this course, I fear
that it would lead to war with the nobles here in England.
