"Oh, I will think about it. You will certainly make a wonderful teacher." Gareth knew that anyone worthy of victory in a melee tournament and glory in knighthood would make a terrific sword-fighting instructor. That kind of training was rare, not to mention one of the best kinds of training. Alas, Harker's expertise lied in archery at the time, so it would be a while before he took up swords. He smiled at Thomas. The knight would probably injure himself many times over in tournaments, for he seemed passionate about them, perhaps being one of his pastimes. It looked like Thomas finished preparing for combat, and Gareth, eating an apple from the table, politely inquired, "Are you done readying yourself for the tournament ahead of you?" The appointed time for the competition was upon them, and only a short time was left until the tourney began. He presumed the bracket would be prepared by this hour.