Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 126 summary
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In Chapter 126, the Green Knight defends Beaumains against the damsel’s insults, protects him overnight, and pledges his knights to his service. Beaumains requires their submission to King Arthur when called, then refuses to abandon the journey despite the damsel’s warning about the Perilous Pass.
What happens
- The damsel refuses to share her table with Beaumains, but the Green Knight seats him elsewhere and praises his ability.
- The Green Knight secretly assigns thirty knights to protect Beaumains against treachery during the night.
- After Mass and breakfast, the Green Knight escorts the travelers through the forest and offers his service.
- Beaumains requires the Green Knight and his men to submit to King Arthur when summoned, and the Green Knight agrees.
- After the Green Knight leaves, the damsel warns Beaumains about the Perilous Pass, but he refuses to turn back.
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What to notice
Beaumains answers the warning with a commitment to continue. His sense of honor outweighs the damsel’s efforts to frighten and belittle him.
Quick check
What does Beaumains require of the Green Knight when he calls on him?
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