The Monastery Chapter 33 Part 1

In which Edward hastily prepares to depart Glendearg, stirring a mix of concern and sullen discontent among the neighbours, whilst the joyful tidings of Halbert's survival inspire a devout and earnest reflection in Mary Avenel. Meanwhile, Father Eustace wrestles with his conscience over the custody of the heretical preacher Henry Warden, resolving to detain him with Christian compassion rather than doom, even as plans are laid to seek the missing English knight and the troublesome Mysie.