May be so; there is somewhat that crushes my breast; I cannot draw breath.

[He again hides his face in his hands. A pause. Dagny seats herself beside him.

Dagny.

To-morrow wilt thou make ready thy ship and set forth for Iceland?

Örnulf.

[Without looking up.] What should I do there? Nay, I will to my sons.

Dagny.

[With pain.] Father!

Örnulf.

[Raises his head.] Go in and let me sit here; when the storm has played with me for a night or two, the game will be over, I ween.