The story unfolds as Arthur and Guenevere have a conversation, about Arthur's rule as king. Arthur is in conflict with himself over his accomplishment, and the reasons for war. Guenevere remains supportive of Arthur, and helps to come to a reasonable solution.
Arthur confesses to Guenevere how Merlyn the magician taught him valuable lessons in life. Merlyn did so, by changing Arthur, into different types of animals. From each animal he learned a different lesson. Arthur had only recently discovered why Merlyn changed him into a hawk.
Arthur recants that as he flew, above the earth he saw no boundaries when he looked down. Yet wars are always fought, over boundaries. Guenevere also states that knights perceive war as fun. Arthur adds that the poor commoners always suffer the most.
Arthur decides to create a new order of chivalry, with help from Guenevere. Arthur sets forth to gather a court of brave knights to protect the innocent and helpless. Arthur declares “might for right.” Arthur and Guenevere discuss the situation, and come to a conclusion. The knights will be seated at a round table. To keep anyone of them, from becoming jealous, of another's position.
I think that this story gives a good look, into the minds of the characters. I like the revealing details, and think that the story's strengths come from that. I would recommend it to another reader because of its colorful dialogue.
