书城公版Orlando Furioso
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第205章 IX

He suddenly dismounts, and thundering fares Through the inmost palace, seeking still his foe, And here and there in restless rage repairs, Till he has seen each bower, each galleried row;

With the same purpose he ascends the stairs, Having first vainly searched each room below.

Nor spends less labour, on his task intent, Above, than he beneath had vainly spent.