I think I understand. If at the end of the voyage, Vedric holds out his arms and his flaxen haired beauty is not there to unfold in them, perhaps the chief will look elsewhere for comfort.
11 seconds sound clip from the The Viking Women and the Sea Serpent (1958) movie soundboard.
You can hear this line at 00:06:02.283 in the Blu-ray version of the movie.
Quote context
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- No, Ottar. There's no need for you to take the risk.
- I spoke brave words, but I know we face great danger.
- Well, it's a strange day when Enger the Dark aid the cause of Desir.
- Oh come, my dear. Don't tell me you'd do anything to help Desir.
- Those may be your thoughts, Dagda, but I said nothing.
- Quick get that oar in the water! There, now steady the bow!
- We can't handle this boat with just an oar.
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