Chapter 12, The Wine of Melun, Chapter 13, Nectar and Ambrosia, and Chapter 14, A Gascon and a gascon and a half Summary

King Louis XIV's party stops in Melun, however, the king is anxious to continue onto Vaux so he can see Louise la Valliere. D'Artagnan believes Aramis may be plotting to ruin Colbert, and while he would not be displeased with this plan, D'Artagnan wants to get to Vaux early so he can question Aramis. The king and D'Artagnan reach Vaux, where they are greeted by Fouquet.

Chapter 13, Nectar and Ambrosia

The rest of the king's entourage, including the two queens, arrive at Vaux. Fouquet has pulled out all the stops in order to impress the king. However, the king only gets jealous because his parties and his...