The narrator does not burn his epic retelling of Arthurian legend in the story.
However, there are several reasons why a fictional narrator might burn their work in a story:
* Dissatisfaction with the work: They may feel the work is flawed, uninspired, or not as good as they envisioned.
* Fear of judgment: They may be afraid of criticism or ridicule from others.
* Loss of inspiration: They may have lost interest in the story or the characters.
* Symbolic act of letting go: Burning the work can symbolize the end of a creative journey and a desire to move on.
If you can provide more context about the story you're thinking of, I might be able to give you a more specific answer.