Thorfinn begins his duel against Askeladd with Canute and Thorkell as witnesses. However, Thorfinn is unable to strike as he stands overwhelmed by the extraordinary mood that overtakes Askeladd after Bjorn’s departure. Having noticed Thorfinn’s hesitation, Askeladd lays down his sword and provokes Thorfinn into an unarmed fight, which incites Thorfinn’s fury.
I was a loyal son and didn't forget
that he saved me from my life as a slave.
كنتُ ابنًا مخلصًا ولم أنس
.أنّه أنقذني من حياة العبوديّة
Ich war sein treuer Sohn,
Fui un hijo leal y no olvidé que
él me salvó de mi vida como esclavo.
Fui un hijo leal y no me olvidé de que
me había salvado de mi vida de esclavo.
J’étais un bon fils,
à jamais redevable
Fui um filho leal e não me esqueci de
que ele me salvou da vida de escravo.