On their way to Lord Gwyn, Master Gwynfor asked: "So, Ornstein, how exactly came it to this?" Ornstein gave his master a confused look: "Hasn't Artorias already told you?" "He only said he accidentally hurt you in a duel because he didn't had his strength under control.", the prince answered. After telling the story to so many people, Ornstein wasn't really keen doing it again. But he would never disappoint his master and started to open his mouth to speak. "It was an arm wrestling duel.", Artorias suddenly said. "Ornstein was a lot stronger than I anticipated and well... I used far too much strength to overpower him." Artorias had apparently seen his struggle and had helped him out. Ornstein thought that was a really nice thing to do. Hegave Artorias a soft smile as a thanks which only prompted the wolf knight to give him a pat on the head. "Artorias, what was that for?", Ornstein complained. "I am sorry, that just looked cute...", Artorias said, drawing back his hand. "Thanks Artorias, that really makes me feel like the dragon slayer.", Ornstein grumbled. The master who walked in front of them started to chuckle: "When you interact like this, both of you are just adorable."

Even though that was a compliment of his cherished master, Ornstein had to take a glare into Artorias direction which the other knight thankfully didn't see. He didn't want to give the impression, that him and Artorias were close on that level. He tried to take the conversation into another direction.

"So, what do you think Lord Gwyn wants from us?", he asked Artorias. "He probably wants to scold us. I am pretty sure the whole cathedral heard about this incident by now. The silver knights can't keep their mouth shut.", the wolf knight answered. "Ugh, if getting my arm broken wasn't bad enough.", Ornstein said while putting a hand to his forehead. "I am so sorry...", Artorias said once again.

"You can hold this conversation later. We are there.", the master said. The silver knights in front of the door kneeled down at the sight of their superiors, then when they got a closer look at Ornstein, one of them spoke up: "Does that mean that training tomorrow is canceled? "It sure isn't.", Ornstein growled at them. The silver knights quickly got back to their posts after that. Ornstein really was stressed out by now when he started to intimidate the silver knights like that. He really should calm down before entering that room and took a couple of deep breathes while the master was knocking on the door before opening it.

He stepped to the side so that Ornstein and Artorias could enter first and then followed them quietly. The both knights walked up to their waiting lord and kneeled down before him. Ornstein spoke first: "Mylord, you wanted to see us?" Lord Gwyn turned around to face them: "Yes and you can probably guess why." Ornstein and Artorias exchanged a concerned look at each other. "I need my knights to be fit onto the battlefield and not them hurting each other.", Lord Gwyn started, making the two knights wince. "What were you two thinking? That engaging in an activity that ended in injury was a good idea? And from what I heard, in front of the silver knights too. I expected you two to be better role models."

"Wait, father.", Master Gwynfor interfered. "They just wanted to know which of them would be stronger."

"I haven't asked for your opinion, Gwynfor.", Lord Gwyn said in a cold voice to his son, then shifted his attention to the knights again: "Artorias, you should have your strength under better control." Artorias looked very small despite his actual tall size. "I am sorry, Mylord. I promise improvement. It won't happen again.", he said quietly. "And Ornstein, you should know better by now do not pick a fight you know you can't win." This again. A while ago Ornstein had failed a mission. He had been sure he could take this dragon on his own, but it ended with him getting a serious burn and the dragon getting away. Reminiscent of this, he completely forgot to speak. At his silence, Lord Gwyn took up the word again: "Don't you have anything to say?" That woke him up: "I am sorry. I promise I will know my limits from now on. And won't let this injury slow me down. I will find a way to fulfill my duties anyway."

"Good. Now that you understood this, we will have to decide on a punishment for you two." Before Lord Gwyn could speak any further, Artorias started to talk: "Please, mylord, that was all entirely my fault. Ornstein has been already punished enough. I am taking the complete responsibility upon me." That was brave of Artorias, Ornstein had to admit. But now Master Gwynfor also seemed to stood up for them: "Would you allow me to speak, father?"

After he got the permission by a little nod, he continued: "I think it would be only fair to let Ornstein decide how to punish Artorias. After all, he was the one who got hurt and they brought this upon themselves in the first place. I think they should sort out the mess they brought upon them between themselves." Ornstein couldn't help but start to grin, looking down so that his joy could not be seen. He already knew the perfect punishment for Artorias. He was pretty sure he had heard Artorias mumble an "Oh no" under his breath. "Very well, I agree with your suggestion, Gwynfor." He shifted his attention back to the knights, Ornstein who could barely content his amusement really regretted that he wasn't wearing his helmet right now. "You can make this out between yourself. But don't let this happen again.. You are dismissed.", the lord said. The two knights got up and bowed one last time while Master Gwynfor said: "Thanks for your understanding, father."

After they had left the room, the master said: "Well, that went better then expected." "Better then expected?", Artorias sounded hysterical. "I still don't know with what punishment Ornstein will come up with!"

"Artorias, relax.", Ornstein came closer to his friend and gave him a pat on the shoulder with his uninjured hand. "I only want from you that you don't pet any cats or dogs for a week." That look on Artorias face was priceless. "Ornstein, you can't be serious.", he squeaked. "What, you can't do it?", Ornstein said. "Be glad that I only said a week, I could also have said until my arm is completely healed." Artorias whole posture slumped down, voice sounding weak: "Fine, I guess I have no other choice..." Master Gwynfor had stood beside them and was grinning widely now: "I knew you would come up with the perfect punishment for Artorias, Ornstein. After all, you know him the best. Do you want me to bring you to your room now?" "That would be appreciated, master. I really need some rest now.", Ornstein answered. "I still have something to do, I'll see you later.", Artorias said and went off. "Well, let us go then.", the master said and Ornstein followed him.