The Talisman, Chapter 20: riassunto

Cosa succede

1. Lady Calista confesses the prank, clears Edith, and places responsibility on Berengaria.
2. Berengaria turns Richard’s rebuke into a complaint against him, and their reconciliation leaves Nectabanus and Guenevra facing banishment.
3. Edith challenges Richard’s decision to exchange Kenneth’s freedom for his life, and their meeting ends without agreement.
4. Saladin sends Zohauk, a mute Christian servant who demonstrates skill with armor and enters Richard’s personal service.
5. Reports of conflict in England absorb Richard while his new attendant polishes a large shield.
6. The guards torment a wandering dervish, then leave him near the royal tent after Richard demands quiet.

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Cosa notare

Richard asserts royal authority when Edith resists his advice. Her answer links such unquestioned command with slavery, extending her protest against Kenneth’s treatment.

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