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[Softly.] I will gladly be your wife. [Pressing Håkon's hand.] Peace and friendship from my heart! I thank you. [To ] Heaven be praised; here is the dawn. I almost believe it. Never before have I liked the Earl so well. [Behind him.] Ever on your guard, good Dagfinn—ever on your guard. [To ] Now are you thane in Halogaland; here you have it under the King's hand. [Gives him the letter.

I will thank the King for his favour another time. [About to go.

[Stops him.] Andres Skialdarband is an ugly neighbour; be not cowed by him. No one has yet cowed Vegard Væradal. [Goes.

[Following.] Be as rock and flint to Andres