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ACT IV.]
LADY INGER OF ÖSTRAT.
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Nils Lykke.

In writing?

Lady Inger.

As you will.

[Goes to the table on the left, sits down, and takes writing materials from the drawer.

Nils Lykke.

[Aside, standing by the table on the right.] At last, then, I win!

Lady Inger.

[After a moment's thought, turns suddenly in her chair to Olaf Skaktavl and whispers.] Olaf Skaktavl—I am certain of it now—Nils Lykke is a traitor!

Olaf Skaktavl.

[Softly.] What? You think——?

Lady Inger.

He has treachery in his heart.

[Lays the paper before her and dips the pen in the ink.

Olaf Skaktavl.

And yet you would give him a written promise that may be your ruin?