Through strategic decision making amid external threats like Saracen pirates blockading Italian ports or navigating legal disputes over land in England after Hasting's' aftermath; characters are forced to adapt their plans frequently showcasing resilience amidst adversity.

Jumi emerges from the fields of Normandy and travels by pilgrimage to Italy, Sicily, but is summoned back to Normandy. He is inducted (enfeoffed) into the Battle of Hastings at England and after an arduous court fight flees to Wales. His path crosses with lords, knights, clergy, pilgrims, rebels and common folk. Each chapter delves into intricate relationships formed during times of war and peace and explores themes such as duty versus personal desires, consequences for impulsive actions, and power dynamics within a medieval society.

Ultimately, the epic saga highlights human endeavors spanning decades filled with adventure, trials, and tribulations set against vivid landscapes ranging from the French countryside, Alpine passes and Mediterranean shores concluding at England and Wales. Events demonstrate how induvial fates intertwine within historical currents and shape destinies beyond mere personal ambitions.