Beric the Briton : a Story of the Roman Invasion

In Freedom's Cause Chapter XXIII - The Escape from Berwick

In which Archibald Forbes finds himself confined in a cage within Berwick Castle, where hope and despair intertwine as a daring rescue plan is set in motion by his devoted wife Marjory and the resourceful Cluny. Together, they orchestrate a cunning escape concealed within a coffin, navigating careful subterfuge and the watchful eyes of the English garrison.

In Freedom's Cause Chapter XXII - A Prisoner

In which Sir Archibald Forbes undertakes a daring reconnaissance of the castle of Knockbawn, only to be captured after a valiant fight with Sir Ingram de Umfraville, and is subsequently held prisoner amid the turbulent fortunes of war. The episode also recounts the death of King Edward I, a formidable and complex monarch, whose steadfast claim over Scotland and harsh measures cast a long shadow over the land’s struggle for freedom.

In Freedom's Cause Chapter XXI - The Siege of Aberfilly

In which Sir Archie Forbes leads a disciplined company through Galloway, engaging a superior English force with strategic acumen, before hastening to defend his own besieged castle with the aid of a secret passage. Lady Marjory proves herself a valiant chatelaine, inspiring a spirited defence that includes a daring sortie to destroy the enemy’s siege engines, sustaining their stronghold until the king and his men arrive to relieve them.

In Freedom's Cause Chapter XX - The Heiress of the Kerrs

In which Mistress Marjory MacDougall, wearied from her ordeals, finds renewed strength and companionship as she journeys through the Scottish wilds under the steadfast guard of Sir Archibald Forbes. Their path leads them to the presence of King Robert the Bruce, where matters of honour and the swift course of affection intertwine amid the stirring backdrop of Scotland’s struggle for freedom.

In Freedom's Cause Chapter XIX - The Convent of St. Kenneth

In which King Robert Bruce prepares his small but determined force to face the might of English chivalry at Loudon Hill, cleverly choosing ground to counter the enemy's mounted assault, and Archibald Forbes undertakes a daring mission to rescue a noble lady imprisoned in a convent by enemies stirred against the Scottish cause. The episode unfolds with careful planning, secret meetings, and the quiet resolve of those who champion Scotland’s freedom amid perilous times.