Margrete.

Lord of heaven, give me strength!

King Skule.

Could you, Margrete?

Margrete.

[Softly and shuddering.] No, no—we should have to part,—I could never see him more!

King Skule.

You would darken the fairest light of his life and of yours;—be at peace, Margrete,—it shall not be needful.

Lady Ragnhild.

Flee from the land, Skule; I will follow you whithersoever you will.