We cannot proclaim it aloud among the ignorant. Christ has triumphed over all the old and pretended Gods who shall now be subservient to his name. Lancelet stood with his mouth taut, visibly holding in his anger, then went to the window. She was dizzy with his closeness, the sound of his heart pounding against her cheek-he wanted her; there was not, now, in his heart, any thought of Gwenhwyfar or anyone but herself.
Still she was frightened; it had been so long. But she had not wanted it like this . Gwenhwyfar saw Arthur's jaw tighten, and she too could guess who the fosterling must be. He took off her veil, stroking her hair, but he seemed in no haste for more, holding her gently, now and again leaning down to kiss her on cheek or forehead.
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