Now am I queen in Denmark—the greater is my shame.

6

“Never again shalt slumber all on my lily-white arm,

Until thou hast slain King Erik, that wrought me dule and harm!”

7

It was young Sir Marstig that rode away to the Thing;

Never a word he answered, until he should meet with the King.

8

It was young Sir Marstig stood forth in all men’s sight,

He greeted there both page and squire and many a noble knight.