# IV explained — The Black Mask

> Chapter companion for The Black Mask by E. W. Hornung.

## What happens

Raffles and Bunny are under heavy fire on the veldt. Bunny is wounded in the thigh, and Raffles tends to him while continuing to shoot. They reminisce about their early thoughts on the war. Corporal Connal is executed for his crimes. Bunny reflects on his permanent limp and the day's events.

## Themes in this chapter

### War and Honor

Raffles and Bunny face death and injury, reflecting on duty and sacrifice.

### Loyalty and Friendship

Raffles risks his life to tend to Bunny under fire, showing deep camaraderie.

## Character check-ins

### A. J. Raffles

Tends to Bunny's wound, continues firing, reminisces about the war's beginning.

### Bunny

Wounded in the thigh, reflects on the pain and his lasting limp.

### Corporal Connal

Executed for his crimes after being identified as a traitor.

## Key lines

> I have had a good time, Bunny.

Raffles tells Bunny he has enjoyed his life, even in the midst of war.

_Raffles reflects on his experiences despite the danger._

> IV Corporal Connal paid the penalty of his crime before the sun was far above the hill held by the enemy.

Corporal Connal was executed shortly after sunrise for his treason.

_Connal's execution is a key event in the chapter._

## Links

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