Midst- the middle point.

Shroud- a cloth that is used when wrapping corpse.

Taunted- to provoke in an insulting manner.

Pauper- a very poor person.

Steward- a person that manages another person’s properties.

Deign- to condescend. (in a mean way)

Transgression- violation of a law.

Poaching- to steal game without permission.

Forfeit- neglect of duty.