Also he was promised a fair trial, and that he has not, seeing that the most of his judges are men with whom he fought the other day and who only escaped his sword by flight.

To-morrow I propose to ask the people of Byzantium whether it is right that a man should be tried by his conquered enemies.

Now I perceive that you will find a verdict of 'guilty' against Olaf Red-Sword, and perhaps condemn him to death.

Well, find what verdict you will and pass what sentence you will, but do not dare to attempt to execute that sentence." "Dare! Dare!" shouted the president.

"Who are you, man, who would dictate to a Court appointed by the Empress what it shall or shall not do?
Be careful lest we pass sentence on you as well as on your fellow-traitor.