HEMMING. [With a cry.] Lady Kirsten Liljekrans!

ALL. [Astonished.] Lady Kirsten!


SCENE III

[The Preceding. LADY KIRSTEN comes with her HOUSE CARLS from the left.]

LADY KIRSTEN. [To her followers, without noticing the others.] Now just a little farther and I am sure we shall find him.

LADY KIRSTEN. [Taken aback, aside.] Arne of Guldvik! Heaven help me!

ARNE. [As he goes to meet her.] The peace of God, Lady Kirsten Liljekrans!

LADY KIRSTEN. [Composes herself and gives him her hand.] The peace of God to you!