Arthur believes that Bedwin will be able to negotiate peace with Gorfydd. However, when Morgan and Derfel arrive in Powys, they discover Bedwin being crucified, leaving Morgan heartbroken. Sansum persuades Arthur into allowing him to build his new church near Avalon, which horrifies Nimue and she curses Sansum. A Christian mob accuses Nimue of poisoning them and they demand justice from Arthur.
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