human
Stay, he said, smiling a little.
gpt
Before you go I must have a hostage from my wild viking, lest he be, as it were, let loose on the high seas where I cannot reach him.
human
What hostage can I give, lord king? I said.
gpt
Shall I leave Harek and his harp with you?
human
Harek would charm our ears, and would escape, Alfred answered.
gpt
Nay, but I must give you house and lands for a home, and therein you shall leave a fair wife, whose loneliness will bring you ashore now and then.