And if that he might slay King Mark's knight, he to have the truage of Cornwall yearly.

And if that his knight slay mine, I fully release my claim forever.

Then the messenger departed unto King Mark, and told him how that his lord Elias had sent him word to find a knight to do battle with him body for body.

When King Mark understood the messenger, he bade him abide and he should have his answer.

Then called he all the baronage together to wit what was the best counsel.