Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 235 summary
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In Chapter 235, Sir Tristram leaves with the shield, and Sir Hemison pursues him despite Queen Morgan le Fay's warning that he faces a superior knight. Their clash leaves Hemison pierced and bleeding, while Tristram avoids another blow and finds lodging at an old knight's manor.
What happens
- Sir Tristram leaves the queen and takes the shield with him.
- Queen Morgan le Fay warns her lover, Sir Hemison, against pursuing Tristram, but he dismisses her fears.
- Hemison rides after Tristram in anger and challenges him to defend himself.
- Their charge breaks Hemison's spear against Tristram's armor, while Tristram's strike pierces Hemison and throws him backward.
- Seeing Hemison's heavy bleeding, Tristram leaves without striking again and lodges at an old knight's manor.
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What to notice
Morgan challenges Hemison's assumption about the departing knight. His refusal to consider her warning leads directly to the pursuit.
Quick check
Why does Tristram decide not to strike Hemison again?
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