The Prince and the Pauper: resumen de Chapter 12

Qué sucede

1. Near London Bridge, Edward mourns his father’s death and then thrills at hearing himself proclaimed king.
2. At the inn, Hendon blocks John Canty’s attempt to seize Edward and takes the exhausted boy upstairs.
3. Hendon covers the sleeping boy with his doublet, then accommodates his demands for royal service during washing and supper.
4. Hendon describes Hugh’s deception, his father’s sentence of exile, and seven years of imprisonment abroad; Edward promises him justice.
5. Edward offers a reward, and Hendon cites Lord de Courcy’s privilege to request permission to sit in the royal presence.
6. Edward knights Hendon and grants his request; Hendon values the boy’s generosity despite disbelieving his royal identity.

En este chapter

En qué fijarte

Hendon rejects mockery even though he disbelieves Edward’s identity. His response makes respect and care more important than agreement.

Comprobación rápida