Chapter 53: El Cid, the Death Knight [10] - The King's Champion
Rodrigo and Ordonez received equal support from everyone. Their qualifications were almost similar, making it hard to choose a champion between them. Furthermore, it was impossible to have two champions simultaneously.
The concept of a champion meant having the best warrior among all. How could there be two bests? It was simply impossible.
The argument continued until Alfonso had to intervene again. This time, when he suggested, he had a look in his eyes that said, 'How did I end up among these foolish people?'
"First of all, why don't we ask both of them if they are ready to become a champion or not? Secondly, why don't we arrange a duel between them? Whoever wins will become the champion."