King of Denmark and Norway who forced Edmund II to divide England with him; on the death of Edmund II, Canute became king of all England (994-1035)
1But he said to Cnut, I doubt not that it is wolves.
2Danes had settled under Cnut, and Normans and other Frenchmen under Edward.
3Good men and loyal they are, and what they do Cnut does.
4After half-an-hour's absence, Cnut returned, bringing with him a pursuivant or herald.
5The young earl was high in favour with Cnut, and rightly.
6But Cnut looked gloomy, at which I chid him; but he was silent.
7The Englishman was strong and active, taller and heavier than Cnut.
8He found Cnut on guard at the point where he had left him.
9I will talk with the earl before I tell you, Cnut.
10It was not that he was young and taller than Cnut, and fair.
11King Cnut is generous to all who fight not against him.
12Godwine goes to Cnut even as he flies to his ships.
13I had not seen Cnut, but Egil had spoken of me to him.
14Cuthbert, attended by Cnut and two of his followers, now descended.
15Thereat Thorkel would have spoken, but Cnut held up his hand.
16He has been Swein's man; and if it suits him will be Cnut's.