It befell that King Arthur said to Merlin, "My lords and knights do daily pray me now to marry; but I will not without thy counsel, for thou hast ever helped me since I came first to this crown."
How does this sentence help develop the conflict?
A.
It clarifies that Arthur has felt it was best for him to rule without a wife, but now he needs to establish a dynasty with Merlin's help.
B.
It shows that Arthur needs to choose a wife and he will not do so without Merlin's input, but he goes against Merlin's advice.
C.
It explains why Arthur feels a close bond with Merlin, even though they may not agree on the person who Arthur should marry.
D.
It suggests that Arthur has delayed an important choice, so that he is now under pressure from his friends to make a hasty decision.
