Old Mortality Volume 1 Chapter 7

In which Lady Margaret Bellenden sternly confronts her tenants, Mause and Cuddie Headrigg, over their refusal to comply with martial musters rooted in their religious conscience, leading to a clash between feudal duty and personal belief within the ancient barony of Tillietudlem. Amidst the somber gravity of expulsion, mother and son resolve to seek shelter and employment with a neighbouring gentleman, navigating the hardships imposed by loyalty both to their faith and their earthly service.