Lasindo the Squire of Don Bruneo of Bonamar arrived where the Marquis sojourned; and when he delivered his Master's bidding to him and to Branfil, so grieved was Branfil that he had not been with those Knights at the rescue of Oriana, that he fain would have killed himself, so he knelt down to his father, and earnestly entreated him to do what his brother requested. The Marquis who was a good Knight, and who knew the great friendship which his sons bore to Amadis and all his lineage, and the honour which they had thereby gained, made answer, trouble not yourself my son, for I will compleatly do what he desires, and if need be, will send you to him with such succour, that your's shall not be the worst company there. For this Branfil kissed his hand; and orders were then immediately given to prepare a fleet and forces; for this Marquis was a great Lord and wealthy, and had many good Knights in his Lordship, and many soldiers all well equipped.
About This Book
This volume continues the chivalric narrative as knights handle the aftermath of a sea battle, arranging an honorable burial and mourning for a fallen leader, rescuing and escorting a princess, and resolving to sail to the Firm Island for counsel. They sort prisoners and spoils, distribute guards, and press onward with united resolve, receiving a wary but celebratory island welcome. Courtly preparations and rivalries surface when a noblewoman adorns herself to attempt a perilous trial while the rescued princess disembarks to join her allies. Duty, loyalty, martial enterprise, and the rituals of courtly display shape a series of episodic adventures.