Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 130 summary
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In Chapter 130, Sir Persant explains why the Red Knight prolongs the siege of Dame Liones and learns that Sir Launcelot has already knighted Beaumains. After Persant and Linet promise secrecy, Beaumains identifies himself as Gareth of Orkney and reveals his family ties, which King Arthur and Sir Gawaine still do not recognize.
What happens
- After Mass and breakfast, Linet and Beaumains prepare to leave, and Persant asks about their destination.
- Persant explains that the Red Knight prolongs the siege to attract a fight with a famous knight.
- Linet asks Persant to knight Beaumains, but Beaumains explains that Sir Launcelot already grants him that standing.
- Persant praises three leading knights and says matching the Red Knight could give Beaumains comparable fame.
- After securing promises of secrecy, Beaumains reveals his name, parents, and brothers.
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