Some people are always seeking for your downfall, is possible Francois was really innocent but because his family was helpless his mother has to pay the price for him.
The king was not fair in his judgement,he didn't even made any investigations he just took a stand,so sad.
This story is amazing, good work @piratethanos, keep the ship sailing.
Thanks so much for the kind words.
Most kings of old didn't really pay attention to peasants. They felt it was beneath them to think of those lower than them and instead take the word of their advisors and guards.