Jon Landon is not like his forefathers and when a war is a lot against the enemies, the king blames Ransom for all of that and takes back his title before throwing him out of the castle. Later time changes and Jon Landon thinks that he is in need of Ransom once again. When he invites the knight back into the game, Ransom feels a bit reluctant because this time the entire thing can threaten his family as well.
Still, for the sake of his beloved land, he joins the army once again. Circumstances change very quickly for the king and he is left with no trustworthy companion except Ransom. Ransom does not think about betraying the king who betrayed him in the past and he finally shows that he is truly loyal to the throne.