King Arthur: Warrior of the West: Book Two Page 52
by M. K. Hume
Ultimately, I chose to interpret the legends my way. You may agree with me or not, for you are the true arbiters of the tale. My story is very violent at times, and occasionally vicious, but so is the story of humanity, and I make no apology for my excursions into blood and sin.
At times you might find my lovers are overly romantic and noble, but others, such as Wenhaver and Artor, are foils for any rosy view of love. As for the pure love that exists between friends, I believe that such caritas is possible, and even desirable, in a world devoted to dog-eat-dog.
My hero does the best he can with what he has - and who can ask for more of anyone?
Ave, Artor!