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The thane walked to where Ragnar waited and placed
his hand on his shoulder. “This will be more than a battle against
some misguided peasants, Ragnar. From the tales we’ve heard,
you could believe we are setting off to face the very forces of
darkness.”
“I know, father,” said Ragnar. “But you know I have
trained with every weapon in this village since long before I was
bearded.” The young warrior dropped to one knee and held his
sword before him. “In battle I will earn this honor. This you know,
and this I swear.”
Jun watched as the thane considered Ragnar for a long
moment and then said, “Very well. Go collect my weapons and
armor, and arm yourself with anything else you can find. Gudrek
will not be able to command Conrack’s men to grant you mercy.”
Thane and thanesman watched as Ragnar dashed off.
“He cannot be a true member of the Odinsblade until he passes
the trial, Gudrek,” said the thane. “Do you understand what you’ve
done? If my son is lost in battle today, he will not be recorded
on the stones.”
“He will be on the stones, Jurt,” Gudrek said. “He is
young, but one of the most skilled warriors I’ve ever seen. It will
be his deeds recorded, not his death.”
The thane began his walk down the pass. “I only hope
the gods agree.”
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