The support campaign led by Kay had been a resounding success, crushing a country called Ryanis in one fell swoop.
Kay and the knights were received by the King of Liaodekuan. The two countries' leaders exchanged warm greetings and discussed the security of Britain's borders.
The King of Liaodekuan kept his promise and brought out the indestructible shield from his treasury.
The shield stood a full five feet tall. It was shaped like a cross with a circular center, and its all-black surface gave it an impression of weight and security.
Kay tried to lift it and found it astonishingly heavy. If he wanted to use the shield, he would probably have to give up carrying a sword in his other hand and wield it with both hands instead.
In Kay's opinion, the shield was indeed precious and offered incredible defense. But giving up a sharp longsword for it would be a poor trade.
In short, it was a white elephant whose symbolic value outweighed its practical use.
Still, who knew? Perhaps some knight might take it up in the future.
At the same time, Kay finally got to meet the apple of the King of Liaodekuan's eye: Guinevere, princess of the Kingdom of Liaodekuan.
"Such beauty and grace make her the perfect choice for Queen of Britain," Kay praised her admiringly, quite unlike his usual sharp-tongued self.
"And the marriage alliance..." The King of Liaodekuan was a tall, stout middle-aged man. Hope and caution showed on his face as he nervously watched the young British knight.
Kay smiled. "That isn't something I can decide on my own. But the king in Camelot's Royal Court can. I only need to meet him and offer my opinion and advice."
"The rest will depend on Liaodekuan's sincerity."
The King of Liaodekuan suddenly