The Gentleman, Chapter 145: samenvatting

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1. Knapp sinks into Piper’s wheelchair in pain, and the Parson gives him brandy before inviting his account.
2. Knapp credits the Gentleman with saving him from knife attacks and helping him back to the cottage.
3. The Gentleman lifts Piper into his wheelchair and orders Knapp to take him indoors while he holds off their pursuers.
4. Knapp helps with his bayonet as the Gentleman fights at the doorway and mocks the attackers.
5. Fat George pushes Dingy Joe onto the Gentleman’s sword, and Red Beard then charges while carrying Fat George.
6. The Gentleman orders Knapp to shut the door and go inside, and Knapp obeys as a soldier.

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Knapp explains why he obeys despite resisting the idea of leaving the Gentleman. His account ends with obedience rather than a witnessed death.

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