Bishop Nicholas.
[Bending over the chair.] You have made a great stride towards the Earl’s friendship, my lord King.
Håkon.
[Holds out his hand to him.] I thank you, Bishop Nicholas; you counselled me for the best. Ask a grace of me, and I will grant it.
Bishop Nicholas.
Will you?
Håkon.
I promise it on my kingly faith.
Bishop Nicholas.
Then make Vegard Væradal thane of Halogaland.