Fulk of Montlice

Simon the Coldheart

Fulk is Simon's loyal and steadfast companion, often serving as his right hand in battle and counsel.

Lady Margaret of Belrémy

Fulk respects Margaret and acts as a protective intermediary between her and Simon.

Geoffrey of Malvallet

Fulk and Geoffrey are fellow knights and comrades-in-arms, sharing a strong bond of brotherhood.

Alan of Montlice

Alan and Fulk are brothers, both serving Simon with familial loyalty and shared purpose.

Simon the Coldheart

Fulk is Simon's loyal and steadfast companion, often serving as his right hand in battle and counsel.

Simon the Coldheart

Fulk is Simon's loyal and steadfast companion, often serving as his right hand in battle and counsel.

Lady Margaret of Belrémy

Fulk respects Margaret and acts as a protective intermediary between her and Simon.

Lady Margaret of Belrémy

Fulk respects Margaret and acts as a protective intermediary between her and Simon.

Geoffrey of Malvallet

Fulk and Geoffrey are fellow knights and comrades-in-arms, sharing a strong bond of brotherhood.

Alan of Montlice

Alan and Fulk are brothers, both serving Simon with familial loyalty and shared purpose.

Alan of Montlice

Alan and Fulk are brothers, both serving Simon with familial loyalty and shared purpose.

Geoffrey of Malvallet

Fulk and Geoffrey are fellow knights and comrades-in-arms, sharing a strong bond of brotherhood.

Simon the Coldheart Part I

Simon's guardian who raises him at Montlice.

I: How He Came to Fulk of Montlice

The Lion of Montlice; initially mocking but impressed by Simon's spirit; accepts him as page to his son.

II: How He Grew to Manhood

Observes Simon's growth with amusement and pride, testing him by setting him to rule guards. Engages in fierce quarrels with Simon but ultimately admires his strength and fearlessness.

III: How He Went with Fulk to Shrewsbury

Simon's lord, leads his men in the battle, is wounded but survives, and speaks highly of Simon's abilities.

IV: How He Was Knighted, and How He Had Speech with His Father

Wounded in battle; offers Simon command of his men; confronts Geoffrey of Malvallet.

V: How He Rescued a Fair Damsel, and Discovered a Plot

Lord of Montlice, grumbles about Simon's absences but is sent a letter requesting reinforcements.

VI: How He Rode Hotfoot to London

Writes a letter to Simon expressing displeasure and concern about Simon's involvement in the plot; his letter is read by Simon and shown to Granmere.

VII: How King Henry Thanked Him

Mentioned by Granmere as Simon's lord; Simon reflects on their amicable relationship.

VIII: How He Returned to Montlice

Greets Simon with a mix of gruffness and affection, expresses pride and sadness at Simon's new title, and insists on joining the survey of Simon's lands despite his gout.

X: How He Brought Order Into His Lands

Visits Simon at Beauvallet, observes his rule, and teases him about his pages and aversion to marriage.

XIII: How He Found the Lady Margaret

Welcomes Simon and Alan, hears Simon's declaration about Margaret.

XIV: How He Received the Lady Margaret’s Submission

Hobbles onto the terrace, questions Alan about Simon's intentions, and learns of the rescue.

XV: How He Came Upon the Lady Margaret in the Gallery

Jovially warns Simon about Margaret's desire for his life, then recounts Simon's exploits to Margaret, showing his fondness for Simon.

XIX: How They Fared at Belrémy During His Absence

Teases Margaret about her feelings for Simon and comforts her.

XXI: How He Came to His Own

Roars at Simon and Margaret affectionately, embracing Margaret and praising Simon's conquest.