In the Saracen Camp.
Saladin, somewhat perplexed, repeated the message brought by the servant.
"The Crusaders have sent a messenger, wanting to engage us in a fair 'Knight' contest?"
When he mentioned "Knight," Saladin deliberately spoke in Frankish.
"Why should we adhere to the barbaric traditions of the heretics?"
Taqidin found it laughable.
As a Kurd, he had the courage and valor passed down from his ancestors, but unlike the Crusader Knights who preferred single combat, both Kurds and Arabs came from nomadic tribes.
For them, tribal consciousness was more ingrained, meaning a greater emphasis on collective power.
Saladin thought for a moment and grasped the opponent's intention, he chuckled, "Are they so sure they can defeat us?"
He paused before continuing, "Then let it be as they wish."
"My lord?"
Taqidin was visibly surprised.
