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.
My body was always covered in
كان جسدي أبيض وأسود دائمًا
.بسبب الرّماد والسّخام وروث الأحصنة
Immer war ich von Asche, Ruß
Mi cuerpo siempre estaba cubierto de
Mi cuerpo siempre estaba cubierto
À cause des cendres, de la suie
Meu corpo estava sempre coberto