Harroward's Exile and Return to Flanders

Harroward, an English noble, was sent into exile after stirring up sedition during the reign of King Edward the Confessor. He arrived in Flanders where he sold his services as a mercenary to the Count of Flanders and fought valiantly in battles against neighboring counts. Harroward's skill and reputation grew, and he married a noblewoman named Turfrito. He then participated in a war between Flanders and Zealand, demonstrating his strategic brilliance and earning victory for Flanders. Despite England being invaded and conquered by William of Normandy, Harroward couldn't do much as he was fighting in Flanders. Upon hearing about the brutal treatment of his family and the seizing of their lands by the Normans, Harroward returned to England. He secretly entered his hometown of Borne and executed revenge on the French knights who had mistreated his family. His act of vengeance led to widespread panic among the occupying Normans, and many fled the area. Harroward's intimidating actions inspired the local population, and he quickly gained supporters. He continued to fight against the Normans, becoming a knight and leading his army in battles against them.