Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 344 summary
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In Chapter 344, Sir Launcelot learns how he regains his mind, asks that his madness remain secret, and seeks a home away from King Arthur’s court. Dame Elaine promises to stay with him, and King Pelles grants him the castle of Bliant with noble ladies and knights as companions.
What happens
- Elaine tells Sir Launcelot that she recognizes him during his madness and that a holy vessel heals him.
- Ashamed, Launcelot asks Elaine to keep his madness secret and says he is banished from Logris.
- After more than a fortnight in bed, Launcelot acknowledges his attempt to kill Elaine and blames her and Dame Brisen for deceiving him.
- Launcelot asks Elaine to secure a home from her father, and she promises to remain with him.
- King Pelles assigns Launcelot the castle of Bliant, with Elaine, twenty noble ladies, and ten knights.
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Sir Launcelot’s shame accompanies his stated exile. Together, they explain his request for secrecy and a separate home.
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