Well?
Bishop Nicholas.
If I confess, and raise a doubt in his mind, then his faith will fall, and his strength with it.
Duke Skule.
My lord, this is sinful, sinful, if he be the rightful king.
Bishop Nicholas.
’Twill be in your power to restore his faith. Ere I depart hence, I will tell you where Trond the Priest’s letter may be found.
Sira Viliam.
[From the right.] The King is now coming up the street, with torch-bearers and attendants.
Bishop Nicholas.