[Suppressed laughter amongst the King’s men; the conversation is continued in a low tone; presently a man comes in and whispers to Gregorius Jonsson.

Bishop Nicholas.

Then I move here, and you have lost.

Earl Skule.

So it would seem.

Bishop Nicholas.

[Leaning back in his chair.] You did not guard the king well at the last.

Earl Skule.

[Strews the pieces topsy-turvy and rises.] I have long been weary of guarding kings.

Gregorius Jonsson.