Lord Hastings never attempted to conceal what his son had done, and had his son's body burned to ashes overseen by the local priest. Hastings repaid his debt to Grey by generously offering medical attention and having the local priest ensure the boy did not inherit the werewolf curse. A deep bond was developed between Grey and Hastings, as Grey was very impressed by the latter's kindness and nobility. Grey soon became a minor celebrity in West Sussex and was reported to have had numerous encounters with the supernatural.