I am quite prepared to rule my own country, but my uncle insists that the people do not like being ruled by a woman, and that I must find a husband to help me manage my affairs. So be it. I have not made a choice yet.
Now something interesting has happened. A young man named Geirald and his companion have presented themselves to us. Geirald claims to have slain a giant and to have killed twelve robbers who have been a menace to my people. I notice that Geirald’s companion is wearing the ring of the robbers’ leader, Hankur the Tall. Why? I wonder. Could Geirald’s quiet friend be letting Geirald take the glory while he does all the work?
I will test the courage of this knight, Geirald. I will propose that he fight a joust with my page. (The page will be me.) I will find out what this man Geirald is made of, if indeed, he is willing to fight.