Brian shows himself to be exactly as Rebecca has just alleged – noble in some of his sentiments but not in control of himself and unsteady in his actions. In a way, his internal conflict shows him in a better light than Albert de Malvoisin, who worries more about maintaining the reputation (and might) of the Order than about truth, justice, and mercy. The ease with which he rekindles Sir Brian’s fighting spirit points toward chivalry’s limitations: as a set of customs, it is inherently neutral and can be used for good or bad ends.