[Enter Bishop Brask and Bishop Sommar. Sommar approaches Olof,
while Brask remains behind, studying the surroundings.]

Sommar. Who rang vespers, Canonicus?

Olof (calmly but firmly). I did.

Sommar. Didn't you know the order?

Olof. I was aware of the prohibition.

Sommar. And you dared to defy it?

Olof. Yes, when the people were let go like sheep without a
shepherd, I wanted to keep them together.

Sommar. You seem to be finding fault with our actions. That's
impudence indeed.

Olof. Truth is always impudent.

Sommar. I believe, young man, that you want to play the part of
an apostle of truth. It will bring you no thanks.

Olof. All I ask is ingratitude.

Sommar. Save your truths. They don't retain their value in the
market very long.

Olof (impetuously). That's advice worthy of the Father of Lies!--