Chivalry and Philosophy

After skipping 10.6, this episode continues with two more stories on the theme of generosity. In 10.7, an apothecary's daughter falls in love with a king, and though she has no hope of requital, the king treats her kindly and honourably. In 10.8, set in the distant past of ancient Rome and Athens, a man falls in love with his best friend's betrothed, and the friend decides to help him marry her instead (not that they tell her about that). Much later, the strength of their friendship is once again tested, and the pair form a joint household.

WARNINGS: In the second story, sex (and thereby, legal marriage) with a woman who thinks she's sleeping with someone else. Also, the usual issues with the legal system - mention of torture for interrogation, risk of an innocent man being convicted and executed by crucifixion.