There is, indeed, shocked silence, from the entire Court, as he speaks. The silence reigns throughout his entire reply, and for several seconds after. Then, suddenly, the Queen breaks into laughter, and the court begins chuckling along with her, more uneasily than anything. When she finally recovers, she smiles at him, and says "I am always impressed with the views of mortals. Very well, candidate. You have proven yourself, and are accepted. Now, we shall begin the ceremony to imbue you with the power of the Knight. Make you way to the Altar of Summer, where I shall await you," she says, giving him a slight bow, and making her way off the platform, the rest of the court moving quickly to follow her.