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.
For me, life had always been hard.
.كانت الحياة صعبة دائمًا بالنّسبة لي
Für mich war immer klar,
dass das Leben hart ist.
Para mí, la vida siempre había sido difícil.
Para mí, la vida siempre había sido dura.
Pour moi, mener une dure vie
me semblait normal.
Para mim, a vida sempre foi dura.