To th' counsel go those of Bavier and Saxe, Normans also, with Poitevins and Franks;Enough there are of Tudese and Germans.
Those of Alverne the greatest court'sy have, From Pinabel most quietly draw back.
Says each to each: "'Twere well to let it stand.
Leave we this cause, and of the King demand That he cry quits with Guenes for this act;With love and faith he'll serve him after that.
Since he is dead, no more ye'll see Rollanz, Nor any wealth nor gold may win him back.
Most foolish then is he, would do combat."There is but one agrees not to their plan;Tierri, brother to Don Geifreit, 's that man.
AOI.
