The High Queen, Chapter 3 Summary

Arthur and the Merlin go to visit Igraine at the convent where she has lived since Uther's death. Before their arrival, Igraine uses the Sight and hears Morgaine calling out to her during labor. She does not know where Morgaine is, but she can tell she is not at Avalon. When Arthur arrives, Igraine asks him where Morgaine is, and he tells her that she has gone to Lothian, but he knows nothing about the birth of their child. Since Archbishop Patricius is also present with Arthur and the Merlin, she does not ask any further questions.

Arthur goes on to explain that he is to marry Gwenhwyfar, although he cannot remember her name at that moment. He is not as concerned about the marriage as he is about the dowry he is to receive, which are...