GUNNAR. Why are you silent?
[Gunlöd bursts into tears.]
GUNNAR. You weep, Gunlöd, and you know why? I know,—you love! [Takes her in his arms and kisses her.]
GUNLÖD. [Tearing herself away]. You must not kiss me! Go!
GUNNAR. Yes—and you shall go with me.
GUNLÖD. I do not care to be commanded by you—and I shall not obey.
GUNNAR. The volcano gives forth fire—and burns itself out!
GUNLÖD. You have destroyed my peace—forever! Go and let me forget you.
GUNNAR. Do you know what the silver falcon with the ribbon stands for? It is the symbol of the wild girl I shall tame.
GUNLÖD. [With force]. You! Go before I hate you!—No one yet has bent my will!