Finally though, the intensifying conflict between Heahmund and Daniel positions these two Christians for an inevitable showdown, and tonight everyone witness the first step in establishing alpha dog status. Whether we actually believe the bishop experiences the visions he implies come from God has become irrelevant. Daniel has had enough of them, and watching him finally put the bishop in his place, speaks volumes of the king’s progress as a leader. And when Heahmund attempts to smooth things over, the king recognizes the disingenuous nature of his ally. “I think you’re not humble Bishop Heahmund,” putting the warrior monk on notice. It’s a wonderful scene and a long time coming.
All the while these two battle for control, Jack waits patiently in the background, seemingly able to predict
