The Talisman, Chapter 7: riassunto

Cosa succede

1. Richard’s illness and the truce expose national rivalries among the Crusaders, especially between Scots and English.
2. Sir Kenneth presents Saladin’s offer of medical help, but De Vaux suspects poison and demands stronger assurances.
3. Kenneth defends his independent mission and swears that he seeks only Richard’s safety.
4. De Vaux visits Kenneth’s poor quarters, sees his sleeping squire, and responds warmly to the knight’s care for him.
5. El Hakim orders silence and promises that the squire can speak at evening prayer if his sleep remains undisturbed.
6. After discussing Roswal and hunting restrictions, the knights part more amicably, and De Vaux receives Saladin’s credentials.

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The sentence marks a clear change in their relationship. Shared concern for the sick and recognition of Kenneth’s conduct reduce De Vaux’s initial hostility.

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