noon
Tirant had them put him in the box , and using shafts to carry it on their shoulders , they left for the encampment . Before he left he ordered them to tell everyone who came from the city that since he had not been able to sleep at night he was resting . Some who came to see him went back , and others stayed , waiting for him to awaken . When it was noon the Duke of Macedonia who was a close relative , as was the viscount , wanted to go inside . Saying that anyone who was wounded should not sleep so much , they forced their way in and discovered that he was gone . They quickly mounted their horses and rode after him , and they sent word to the emperor , telling how his captain had obeyed his command , and cursing the emperor and all of his kind . When the emperor heard the news , he said : `` By the living God , he carries out his promises ! ''