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The northern part stands vacant.

Bethink you that Andres Skialdarband[1] has also a charge in the north. They two are bitter foes;—Andres Skialdarband is of my following

[Smiling and rising.] And Vegard Væradal of mine. Therefore they must e'en make friends again, the sooner the better. Henceforth there must be no enmity between the King's men and the Earl's.   Ha!—this may go too far. [Approaches, uneasy.

Your thoughts are wise and deep, Håkon.

[Warmly.] Earl Skule, to-day have I taken the kingdom from you—let your daughter share it with me! My daughter! Oh, God! Margrete, will you be my Queen? [Margrete is silent.

[Takes her hand.] Answer me.