Summary of The Castle of Otranto, by Horace Walpole, Chapter -3
Manfred is terrified to see the plumage on the miraculous casque shaking by the vibration of the trumpet’s sound. Father Jerome, formerly known as the count of Falconara is still standing by Manfred’s side, begging for his son’s life. In his bewildered state, Manfred asks Father Jerome, whether he has offended God by his deeds. Jerome replies that the heaven is no doubt displeased with his mockery of his servants .He should submit himself to the Church and stop the persecution of the innocent youth, Theodore. Manfred orders Jerome to go and see who is at the gate. Meanwhile, Jerome confirms whether Manfred granted the release of Theodore. When Theodore is released, the father and his son are reconciled with tears in their eyes. Immediately, after Jerome goes to the gate to look into the matter. When Father Jerome returns, he informs that a herald from the knight of the Giagantic Sabre wants to speak with the usurper of Otranto. Though Manfred is terrified, he allows the emissary of