The shock at hearing Madame Delacroix called a bitch is written all over Guillaume's face. He sputters, completely caught off guard for the second time since this conversation started. Well! He will be sure to relate this tidbit of information to Christine when he sees her, after he's rightfully won her.

"Fine! I will fight for Christine's love and her mother's honor. I have brought dueling swords, since I am sure you don't have a proper one." No, the sword hanging from his belt doesn't count. Dueling swords are beautiful weapons meant for a man who can wield them with finesse.