We are safe here, my men. Tell King Alfred that.
[The first Soldier salutes and enters forest.]
SECOND SOLDIER. Danes may hide in the hut, Prince—
PRINCE (shaking head). There's only an old woman within.
[Enter FIRST SOLDIER. He holds the bushes and vines aside.]
FIRST SOLDIER. The king!
[Enter KING ALFRED. He is disguised as a beggar. He is young, manly, and courageous.]
PRINCE (bowing). You can rest safely here, King Alfred.
KING. Do you think the Danes are still in pursuit?
PRINCE. No, your Majesty, I am sure we have escaped them this time.