Mistress of Magic, Chapter 12 Summary

Viviane's son, Galahad, also known as Lancelet, approaches Avalon for a visit. Viviane calls Morgaine to join them and allows her to take the day off from her usual chores, so that Morgaine can spend time with Lancelet, who is her kinsman. Viviane instructs Morgaine to go to the barge to bring Lancelet to Avalon. When Morgaine meets Lancelet, he does not recognize her immediately. However, when he does, the two of them form an instant connection.

Lancelet, Morgaine, and Viviane break their fast together and Lancelet talks of life in Britain. He explains to his mother that he has no wish to live in Avalon, but rather prefers life in Britain. Lancelet feels that he would rather live in a world where people do not have to run at the beck and call of a woman...