Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 138 summary
Chapter 138 of 503 · 3 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 138, Sir Gareth falls deeply in love with Dame Liones, and Sir Gringamore assures him that she returns his love and welcomes him to stay. After they kiss and she promises lifelong faithfulness, Liones reveals that she is the lady he has fought for and explains her part in taking his dwarf.
What happens
- Dame Liones welcomes Sir Gareth, and his growing love leaves him unable to eat at supper.
- Sir Gringamore notices their affection and tells his sister that Gareth is a worthy husband.
- Liones acknowledges Gareth’s service but says she wants to test him further.
- Gringamore assures Gareth of Liones’s love and invites him to stay; Gareth accepts, citing his promise to remain nearby for a year.
- Gareth kisses Liones, and she promises to love him alone throughout her life.
- Liones reveals her identity as the lady of the Perilous Castle and admits arranging for her brother to take Gareth’s dwarf.
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What to notice
The promise makes their affection explicit and lasting. It comes just before Liones reveals that Gareth already serves her.
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What does Liones reveal about Gareth’s dwarf?
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