In the following days, Jerome Bonaparte, accompanied by De Reina, toured the "history" of Tours. At De Reina's insistence, Jerome Bonaparte attended several dinners hosted by the notable bourgeoisie of Tours.
During the dinner on September 7th, De Reina and the bourgeois led Jerome Bonaparte to a guest room, where De Reina presented him with an unexpected "gift"—the deed to Chateau de Cloux.
"Mr. President, this is a token of our heartfelt appreciation from all the people of Tours!" De Reina said to Jerome Bonaparte with sincere expression.
Jerome Bonaparte displayed a hint of surprise; he immediately responded "nobly," saying, "No way! As President, how can I accept bribes from others?"
Mayor De Reina insisted, saying, "Mr. President, this is not a bribe, but a gift from the patriotic hearts of the people of Tours!"
