# The Sundering Flood — Chapters explained

> Chapter companions for The Sundering Flood by William Morris.

- [The Sundering Flood](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/the-sundering-flood.md): The chapter introduces the Sundering Flood, a great river that divides the land, and sets the stage for the story of Osberne and Elfhild, who live on opposite sides and long to be together.
- [Of a River Called the Sundering Flood, and of the Folk That Dwelt Thereby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/i-of-a-river-called-the-sundering-flood-and-of-the-folk-that-dwelt-thereby.md): The chapter introduces the Sundering Flood, a mighty river that flows south to the sea, with a great city at its mouth. It describes the river's tidal reach, its role in trade and travel, and the contrasting perspectives
- [Of Wethermel and the Child Osberne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/ii-of-wethermel-and-the-child-osberne.md): This chapter introduces the lonely stead of Wethermel, its history of ill-luck, and the young boy Osberne who lives there with his grandparents and the old carline Bridget. Despite warnings and dangers—the Sundering Floo
- [Wolves Harry the Flock](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/iii-wolves-harry-the-flock.md): Osberne, now past twelve years old, helps the shepherd John tend the sheep. After wolves attack the flock, killing several sheep, the goodman and John confront the wolves but flee in fear. Osberne mocks their cowardice w
- [Surly John Falls Out with the Goodman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/iv-surly-john-falls-out-with-the-goodman.md): Surly John announces his departure from Wethermel, citing dislike of the werewolves, dwarfs, and the growing influence of Osberne. After receiving his hire, he attacks the goodman but is tripped by Osberne and forced to 
- [Osberne Slays the Wolves](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/v-osberne-slays-the-wolves.md): Osberne returns home after a day of shepherding, having recovered lost sheep and slain three wolves. He presents their severed heads to his family, who celebrate his bravery.
- [VI: They Fare to the Cloven Mote](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/vi-they-fare-to-the-cloven-mote.md): On Yule morning, Osberne travels with his grandparents to the Cloven Mote for Christmas mass. Along the way, he sees Hartshaw Knolls and feels a premonition about the folk there. At the Mote, his grandmother proudly reco
- [VII: Of a Newcomer, and His Gift to Osberne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/vii-of-a-newcomer-and-his-gift-to-osberne.md): In spring, Osberne must tend sheep rather than seek the maiden across the Flood. While shepherding, he meets a mysterious, well-armed stranger named Steelhead, who helps gather the scattered flock and gives Osberne a mag
- [VIII: The Goodman Gets a New Hired Man](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/viii-the-goodman-gets-a-new-hired-man.md): Osberne returns to Wethermel to find that the goodman has hired a new man named Stephen, a tall, flaxen-haired stranger who claims to have returned from Eastcheaping after his wife died in childbirth. Stephen, a heavy ea
- [IX: The Bight of the Cloven Knoll](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/ix-the-bight-of-the-cloven-knoll.md): In mid-April, while his grandfather is away on business, Osberne follows Stephen's advice to explore the riverside. He discovers a cave in the cliff face at the Bight of the Cloven Knoll, where he meets a young maiden na
- [X: Osberne and Elfhild Hold Converse Together](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/x-osberne-and-elfhild-hold-converse-together.md): Osberne and Elfhild meet across the Sundering Flood and share stories of their secret gifts from the cave-folk: Elfhild's pipe, necklace, and healing, and Osberne's dwarf-wrought whittle. They exchange songs and words of
- [XI: Osberne Shoots a Gift Across the Flood](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xi-osberne-shoots-a-gift-across-the-flood.md): Osberne returns to the Bight of the Cloven Knoll wearing his red-scarlet raiment and carrying his bow. He meets Elfhild, who has adorned herself with a necklace and flower wreaths. Osberne offers her a gold penny given b
- [XII: Of a Guest Called Waywearer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xii-of-a-guest-called-waywearer.md): Osberne and Elfhild continue their meetings across the Sundering Flood, though sometimes they miss each other, causing Osberne great sorrow. At Wethermel, Stephen the Eater proves invaluable, teaching Osberne smithcraft 
- [XIII: Steelhead Gives Osberne the Sword Boardcleaver](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xiii-steelhead-gives-osberne-the-sword-boardcleaver.md): Steelhead, disguised as Waywearer, reveals himself and presents Osberne with the legendary sword Boardcleaver. He warns the boy that the sword must only be drawn in true need, against a foe, and never in a false quarrel.
- [XIV: The Gifts of Steelhead](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xiv-the-gifts-of-steelhead.md): Steelhead blesses Osberne with a fatherly ritual, imparting new strength and might, then departs after sharing a meal. Osberne later shows the sword Boardcleaver to Elfhild, who expresses fear and sorrow at the weapon's 
- [XV: Surly John Brings a Guest to Wethermel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xv-surly-john-brings-a-guest-to-wethermel.md): Surly John returns to Wethermel with a menacing stranger, Hardcastle, who insults the household and strikes Osberne. Osberne remains calm and later demonstrates his strength by twisting and straightening John's knife. Ha
- [XVI: Hardcastle Would Seize Wethermel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xvi-hardcastle-would-seize-wethermel.md): Hardcastle attempts to seize Wethermel by force, claiming the house and land as his own with his sword as his title. He offers the household the choice of thralldom or a hazelled field duel. Osberne, armed with Boardclea
- [XVII: The Slaying of Hardcastle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xvii-the-slaying-of-hardcastle.md): Osberne, with Stephen the Eater, faces Hardcastle in a duel in the hazel-garth at Wethermel. Osberne slays Hardcastle with Boardcleaver, then grants the goodman his lands back. They bury Hardcastle in the garth and celeb
- [XVIII: Elfhild Hears of the Slaying](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xviii-elfhild-hears-of-the-slaying.md): Osberne meets Elfhild at their trysting place and tells her he has slain a man in self-defense. Elfhild is troubled, fearing he will outgrow their friendship and seek the company of women. Osberne reassures her, and they
- [XIX: The Winter Passes and Elfhild Tells of the Death of Her Kinswoman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xix-the-winter-passes-and-elfhild-tells-of-the-death-of-her-kinswoman.md): Winter passes at Wethermel as the goodman improves his household with hired folk and wealth from Hardcastle's spoil. Osberne attends the midwinter Cloven Mote, paired with Gertrude, but his thoughts remain with Elfhild. 
- [XX: Osberne Fares to Eastcheaping and Brings Gifts for Elfhild](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xx-osberne-fares-to-eastcheaping-and-brings-gifts-for-elfhild.md): Osberne travels to Eastcheaping with Master Nicholas, marveling at the stone buildings, abbey, and market. He uses his earnings from hunting to buy gifts for Elfhild. At the trysting-place, he presents them to her, and s
- [XXI: Warriors from Eastcheaping Ride Into the Dale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxi-warriors-from-eastcheaping-ride-into-the-dale.md): Two years after their first meeting, Osberne and Elfhild continue to meet happily. Wethermel thrives in peace. In early May, armed riders from Eastcheaping arrive seeking help against the Baron of Deepdale's challenge. O
- [XXII: Osberne Takes Leave of Elfhild](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxii-osberne-takes-leave-of-elfhild.md): Osberne, clad in Hardcastle's armor and armed with Boardcleaver, prepares to leave Wethermel to rally the Dalesmen against the Baron of Deepdale. He meets Elfhild at their trysting-place, where she grieves at his departu
- [Osberne Is Chosen Captain of the Dalesmen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxiii-osberne-is-chosen-captain-of-the-dalesmen.md): Osberne arrives at the Mote to find he has been nominated as captain of the Dalesmen riding to aid Eastcheaping. Despite his youth and inexperience, the assembly acclaims him, and he accepts the charge. He is sworn in, g
- [XXIV: A Skirmish with the Baron of Deepdale in the Marshes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxiv-a-skirmish-with-the-baron-of-deepdale-in-the-marshes.md): Sir Medard and Osberne lead a small force from Eastcheaping to ambush the Baron of Deepdale's larger company in the marshes. Using a clever ruse with dead animals and hidden archers, they throw the Baron's men into confu
- [Stephen Tells of an Adventure in the Camp of the Foemen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxv-stephen-tells-of-an-adventure-in-the-camp-of-the-foemen.md): Osberne, recovering from a wound, learns from Stephen that he has infiltrated the enemy camp disguised as a minstrel and discovered that the Baron of Deepdale's bastide is lightly guarded at night. Stephen proposes a dar
- [XXVI: They Bring the Baron Into Eastcheaping](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxvi-they-bring-the-baron-into-eastcheaping.md): Osberne, Stephen, and four others, along with Steelhead, infiltrate the Great Bastide by disguising themselves and using Stephen's minstrel guise to gain entry. They capture the Baron of Deepdale while he sleeps, using S
- [XXVII: They Parley from the Walls](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxvii-they-parley-from-the-walls.md): The Baron of Deepdale, having been captured by Sir Medard and his men, awakens in Eastcheaping. Sir Medard parleys from the walls with the besieging forces, led by Sir Degore, and reveals that their lord is a captive. Th
- [The Baron of Deepdale Makes Peace](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxviii-the-baron-of-deepdale-makes-peace.md): The war concludes as the Baron of Deepdale signs a peace treaty, yielding to the Porte of Eastcheaping and paying ransom. The Dalesmen, including Osberne and Stephen the Eater, are released from service and receive gifts
- [XXIX: Osberne and His Men Return to Wethermel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxix-osberne-and-his-men-return-to-wethermel.md): Osberne and his men return to Wethermel on an October evening, overcome with emotion at the sight of their home. They are greeted with joy and celebration, and a feast is held. Osberne sings a song recounting their battl
- [XXX: Osberne Goes to the Trysting-Place](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxx-osberne-goes-to-the-trysting-place.md): After the guests depart from Wethermel, Osberne hurries to the trysting-place at the Bight of the Cloven Knoll, torn between hope and fear. He finds Elfhild waiting, and they share a deeply emotional reunion after 511 da
- [XXXI: They Meet Through Autumn and Winter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxxi-they-meet-through-autumn-and-winter.md): Throughout autumn and winter, Osberne and Elfhild meet frequently at their trysting place. Elfhild asks for gifts Osberne forgot to bring, and later requests he wear his armor from the spoils of Deepdale. They playfully 
- [XXXII: Foemen Among the Westdalers](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxxii-foemen-among-the-westdalers.md): In early April, Stephen the Eater brings news of raiders in the West Dale. Osberne quickly gathers the men of Wethermel and leads them to the riverbank, where they engage the alien invaders in a fierce archery duel. Afte
- [XXXIII: Osberne Seeks Tidings of Elfhild](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxxiii-osberne-seeks-tidings-of-elfhild.md): After the battle at the Cloven Knoll, the Eastdalers and Westdalers confer among the dead. Wulfstan of Coldburne praises the Eastdalers' aid and warns that part of the enemy host has moved down the Dale. Osberne asks whi
- [XXXIV: Osberne Sorrows for the Loss of Elfhild](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxxiv-osberne-sorrows-for-the-loss-of-elfhild.md): After the battle, Osberne lingers alone at the Flood, grieving the disappearance of Elfhild. He stands vigil through the night, tormented by wild thoughts and sorrow, until the bleating of Elfhild's sheep brings him back
- [Osberne Seeks Counsel of Steelhead](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxxv-osberne-seeks-counsel-of-steelhead.md): Osberne, still sorrowful after the battle, seeks counsel from Steelhead in the dale where they first met. Steelhead advises him that he must either forget his longing for Elfhild or leave the Dale to wander the world. Os
- [The Staves Which Osberne Taught to the Dalesmen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxxvi-the-staves-which-osberne-taught-to-the-dalesmen.md): At the Midsummer Feast of the Cloven Mote, Osberne's demeanor improves, and he participates in the solemn rites and songs. The feast includes traditional Midsummer observances and a high mass for the fallen. The highligh
- [XXXVII: Osberne Takes Leave of Wethermel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxxvii-osberne-takes-leave-of-wethermel.md): Osberne announces to the folk of Wethermel that he must depart the next morning, seeking a life that will eventually lead him back to the Dale. He asks for any grievances to be aired, but none are spoken. He appoints Ste
- [XXXVIII: Osberne Parts from Stephen the Eater](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxxviii-osberne-parts-from-stephen-the-eater.md): Osberne departs from Wethermel on horseback, armed with Boardcleaver and the wonder-bow but leaving behind Hardcastle's Loom. He rides with Stephen the Eater to the bent, where they share a heartfelt farewell. Osberne ex
- [XXXIX: Osberne Gets Him a New Master](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xxxix-osberne-gets-him-a-new-master.md): Osberne rides to Eastcheaping and seeks out Sir Medard, who introduces him to Sir Godrick of Longshaw. After a series of probing questions about Godrick's character, his stance on justice, and his treatment of the poor a
- [XL: Osberne Rides with Sir Godrick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xl-osberne-rides-with-sir-godrick.md): Osberne tarries at Eastcheaping for half a month while Sir Godrick gathers men, then they depart with a score and five. They pass through the lands of the Baron of Deepdale, who feasts them and gives Osberne gifts, showi
- [They Joust with the Knight of the Fish](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xli-they-joust-with-the-knight-of-the-fish.md): Sir Godrick and Osberne encounter the Knight of the Fish, who enforces a custom of jousting all armed companies over a half score. Despite Sir Godrick's anger, they participate; Osberne wounds the opposing champion sever
- [XLII: They Deliver the Thorp-Dwellers from the Black Skinners](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xlii-they-deliver-the-thorp-dwellers-from-the-black-skinners.md): Osberne and Sir Godrick's company encounter a thorp under attack by the Black Skinners. They charge in, slay many of the raiders, help quench the fires, and are begged by the survivors to stay overnight. The next day, fi
- [XLIII: They Come to the Edge of the Wood Masterless](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xliii-they-come-to-the-edge-of-the-wood-masterless.md): Osberne and Sir Godrick's company journey through broken, sparsely populated country and arrive at Woodneb, a castle held by Sir Godrick's captain Edward the Brown. They rest there for seven days, enjoying hunting, minst
- [XLIV: They Reach Longshaw and Osberne Gets Him a New Name](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xliv-they-reach-longshaw-and-osberne-gets-him-a-new-name.md): Sir Godrick and his company, including Osberne, journey through the Wood Masterless to the House of Longshaw. Along the way they encounter chapmen who provide no news of Elfhild. Upon arrival, Osberne marvels at the fort
- [XLV: The Red Lad Scatters the Host of the Barons](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xlv-the-red-lad-scatters-the-host-of-the-barons.md): Osberne returns to Longshaw after a fruitless search for Elfhild across the Sundering Flood, only to find that a great league of Barons, backed by the King and the Porte, has risen against Sir Godrick. Sir Godrick sends 
- [XLVI: Osberne Enters the City of the Sundering Flood](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xlvi-osberne-enters-the-city-of-the-sundering-flood.md): After Marymass, news reaches Longshaw that the Small Crafts and lesser commons have risen against the Porte and King, holding the North Gate. Sir Godrick entrusts Osberne with fifteen hundred men to ride to the City. Osb
- [The Battle in the Square](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xlvii-the-battle-in-the-square.md): Osberne and the Red Lad lead a council of war, then issue forth to clear the streets and square of enemy forces. After a fierce battle, they secure the carfax and await Sir Godrick's arrival. Sir Godrick arrives with his
- [Sir Godrick Is Chosen Burgreve of the City](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xlviii-sir-godrick-is-chosen-burgreve-of-the-city.md): Osberne leads a successful assault on the East Gate, capturing it with minimal loss. Sir Godrick and the Council of the Lesser Crafts face the challenge of the King's forces holding the west side of the Sundering Flood. 
- [Of the City King and the Outland King](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/xlix-of-the-city-king-and-the-outland-king.md): The City of the Sundering Flood enjoys peace and prosperity after the threat of the Outland King is delayed by his illness. Sir Godrick strengthens the city's defenses, while Osberne continues to search for Elfhild witho
- [L: The Red Lad Speaks Privily with Sir Godrick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/l-the-red-lad-speaks-privily-with-sir-godrick.md): Osberne confides in Sir Godrick about his desire to leave the wars and return to his homeland in the Dale beside the Sundering Flood, hoping to find Elfhild at the old trysting-place. He plans to spend one last month at 
- [LI: Osberne Is Beguiled by Felons](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/li-osberne-is-beguiled-by-felons.md): Osberne, still sorrowing for Elfhild, is approached by a black-clad carle who claims his master knows of the maiden's whereabouts. Eager for news, Osberne pays two hundred nobles and follows the carle into a wooded ghyll
- [The Meeting of Osberne and Elfhild](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lii-the-meeting-of-osberne-and-elfhild.md): Osberne, recovering from a felonious attack, wanders into the woods and meets a carline who persuades him to visit her cottage. There he discovers Elfhild, his long-lost troth-plight maiden. Three men-at-arms, the same f
- [Strangers Come to Wethermel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/liii-strangers-come-to-wethermel.md): Five years to the day after Osberne's departure, the folk of Wethermel gather outside on the evening after Midsummer. Three hooded strangers arrive—a tall man, a young woman, and an old carline—and are welcomed by Stephe
- [LIV: The Carline Beginneth Her Tale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/liv-the-carline-beginneth-her-tale.md): The Carline begins her tale of an old woman and a beautiful young maiden living in a lonely house beside an impassable river. The maiden pines for her love, separated by the river, while the Carline holds secret hope the
- [LV: The Blue Knight Buys the Maiden of the Chapman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lv-the-blue-knight-buys-the-maiden-of-the-chapman.md): The Carline and the Maiden are brought to the chapman's tent, where the Maiden is weary and sorrowful. The Carline uses her influence to keep them safe. A Blue Knight arrives, buys trinkets, and then sees the Maiden pres
- [LVI: The Blue Knight Talks with the Maiden by the Way](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lvi-the-blue-knight-talks-with-the-maiden-by-the-way.md): The Blue Knight escorts Elfhild toward his castle, Brookside, showing her great care and honor. During the journey, he confesses his growing attachment and offers to take her back to the Dale if she wishes, but she decli
- [They Come to Brookside](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lvii-they-come-to-brookside.md): Sir Mark (the Blue Knight) brings the Maiden to his home at Brookside, where they are warmly welcomed by his household, including his squires Roland and James. The Maiden overhears talk of the great captain Sir Godrick o
- [Peaceful Days in the Castle of Brookside](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lviii-peaceful-days-in-the-castle-of-brookside.md): Elfhild and the Carline settle into life at Brookside Castle under the protection of Sir Mark. The Maiden is welcomed by the household, though Sir Mark's mother is cool and watchful. Elfhild enjoys the peace and diversio
- [LIX: Tidings of Longshaw and of the Hosting of the Barons’ League](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lix-tidings-of-longshaw-and-of-the-hosting-of-the-barons-league.md): At the Michaelmas market, the Carline gathers intelligence about Sir Godrick of Longshaw's rising power and the Barons' League forming against him. She learns that Sir Godrick has a new young captain, rumored to be wise 
- [LX: The Blue Knight Gathers Men and Departs from Brookside](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lx-the-blue-knight-gathers-men-and-departs-from-brookside.md): The Blue Knight, Sir Mark, gathers his men for the Barons' League hosting and departs at sunrise from Brookside. He bids farewell to the Maiden, advising her to flee to the Grey Sisters if he falls, fearing his mother's 
- [LXI: The Maiden and the Carline Flee to the Grey Sisters](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lxi-the-maiden-and-the-carline-flee-to-the-grey-sisters.md): In April and May, Brookside Castle receives conflicting news about the war: first that the Lord of Longshaw is defeated and Sir Godrick executed, then that the tidings may be false. The Maiden is saddened, but the Carlin
- [LXII: They Fall in with Three Chapmen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lxii-they-fall-in-with-three-chapmen.md): The Lady of Brookside sends men-at-arms to retrieve the Carline and the Maiden from the Grey Sisters, but the sisters have already helped them escape southward disguised as lay-sisters. The two travelers journey peaceful
- [LXIII: They Escape from the Chapmen by the Carline’s Wizardry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lxiii-they-escape-from-the-chapmen-by-the-carline-s-wizardry.md): The Carline and the Maiden escape from the chapmen in the night using the Carline's wizardry. The Carline puts the men to sleep, and they ride away at dawn. After resting, the Carline performs a ritual to create a magica
- [LXIV: The Carline Endeth Her Tale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lxiv-the-carline-endeth-her-tale.md): The Carline and Elfhild, having stayed at a guesthouse, seek passage across the Sundering Flood to draw near to the Knight of Longshaw and his new champion. Through a generous offering to a monastery, they gain the Sub-p
- [Osberne and Elfhild Make Themselves Known to Their People](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lxv-osberne-and-elfhild-make-themselves-known-to-their-people.md): At Wethermel, the Carline finishes her tale, and Elfhild reveals herself in splendid green and gold attire, stunning the hall. Osberne then sheds his grey cloak to appear in glittering armor, declaring his return after f
- [The Lip of the Sundering Flood](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lxvi-the-lip-of-the-sundering-flood.md): On a midsummer morning, Osberne and Elfhild walk hand in hand along the edge of the Sundering Flood. They revisit the Bight of the Cloven Knoll, where Elfhild plays a pipe that once summoned sheep, but now the magic has 
- [A Friend at Need](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lxvii-a-friend-at-need.md): Three years after previous events, Osberne encounters the Knight of Longshaw fleeing pursuers. He gathers men from Wethermel to defend the Knight, and after a brief skirmish, they slay all the attackers. The Knight decli
- [The Knight of Longshaw Gathereth Force](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/lxviii-the-knight-of-longshaw-gathereth-force.md): The Knight of Longshaw, content at Wethermel, decides to gather men at Eastcheaping to fight his foes. Osberne offers to lead the host, but the Knight refuses, fearing a prophecy that Osberne would die in battle near the
- [List of Illustrations](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sundering_flood_se/chapters/list-of-illustrations.md): This chapter provides a list of illustrations for the book, including a map of the fictional land of the Sundering Flood with an inset detailing the City.

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