# II: The Way to Wagensburg explained — Blind Corner

> Chapter companion for Blind Corner by Dornford Yates.

## What happens

Chandos encounters Ellis in London, realizing the danger of their secret. Mansel arranges for Chandos and Hanbury to travel separately, while he drives ahead. They reunite in Boulogne and proceed to Wagensburg, where they inspect the castle and its famous well, setting the stage for their plan.

## Themes in this chapter

### Deception and Disguise

The protagonists use stealth and misdirection to avoid Ellis's surveillance, highlighting the theme of deception.

### Adventure and Risk

The journey to Wagensburg is fraught with danger and excitement, as they race to secure the secret.

### Greed and Obsession

The power of the hidden treasure drives Ellis and his gang to desperate measures, reflecting greed's influence.

## Character check-ins

### Richard William Chandos

Narrator; spots Ellis in London and follows Mansel's instructions to travel discreetly.

### Ellis

Seen by Chandos in London; suspected of tracking them, later confirmed to have followed Chandos.

### Jonathan Mansel

Plans the journey, travels ahead, and inspects Wagensburg with Chandos and Hanbury.

### Carson Hanbury

Travels with Chandos; assists in the journey and inspection.

## Key lines

> I do not suppose two men ever used their eyes as we did from then until we saw Mansel again; and that, I imagine, was just what Mansel wanted.

Chandos and Hanbury were extremely vigilant, which Mansel had intended to keep them safe.

_Highlights the tension and Mansel's strategic thinking._

> I seemed to see them as impassive, relentless twin gods, bringing this man to death and holding that man for the gallows and sending another four or five pelting across a continent, like so many thieves in the night.

Chandos imagines the treasure as a powerful force that drives people to extreme actions.

_Reflects the theme of greed and its consequences._

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