Gustaf. You won't, then?
Lars. I can't! But I have a weapon for you. (He hands the new translation of the Bible to the King.)
Gustaf. Holy Writ! A good weapon, indeed! Will you wield it, Olof?
Olof. With the help of God—yes!
Gustaf (to Olof, after having signalled to Lars to leave). Have you calmed down yet, Olof? (Olof does not answer). I gave you four days to think it over. How have you been carrying out your task?
Olof (impetuously). I have spoken to the people—
Gustaf. Still in a fever! And you mean to defend those madmen named Anabaptists?
Olof (bravely). I do!
Gustaf. Steady!—You have married in a hurry?
Olof. I have.