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I offered Gunnar amends for the thrall, and he was willing; but then came Hiördis, and egged her husband on with many scornful words, and hindered the peace. Since then has Gunnar gone to the south, and to-day

[Looking out to the left.] Here comes a band of wayfarers towards the north. Is it not? It is Gunnar himself! Be of good heart; I trow I can make peace between you. , ''with several men, enters from the left. He is in peaceful attire, wearing a brown tunic, cross-gartered hose, a blue mantle, and a broad hat; he has no weapon but a small axe.''

[''Stops in surprise and uncertainty on seeing the knot of men.''] Örnulf of the Fiords! Yes, surely!

Thou seest aright.

[Approaching.] Then peace and welcome to thee in my land, if thou come in peace.