Sigurd makes atonement, and will not be deemed the lesser man for that.

Hiördis.

Sigurd best knows what his own honour can bear.

Sigurd.

On that score shall I never need reminding.

Hiördis.

Sigurd has done famous deeds, but bolder than all was Gunnar’s deed, when he slew the white bear that guarded my bower.

Gunnar.

[With an embarrassed glance at Sigurd.] Nay, nay, no more of that!

Örnulf.