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 can tell from where you're looking
that you're going after my neck.
كان من الواضح لي أنّك تستهدف
.عنقي بمجرّد النّظر إليك
Dass du auf den Hals zielst,
verrät dein Blick sofort.
Desde donde estás mirando,
puedo decir que vas tras mi cuello.
Puedo ver por la dirección
de tu mirada que vas a ir a por el cuello.
Je sais à ton regard
que tu vises la nuque.
Eu posso notar que, pelo seu olhar,
está planejando atacar meu pescoço.