She stopt, the issue of that strife to know, Wherein those two so puissant warriors vied.
His opposite by might and main to throw, Into the stream each doughty champion tried.
"How can a fool such mighty prowess show?"
Between his teeth, the furious paynim cried.
And, shifting here and there, was seen to strain, Brimfull of pride, and anger, and disdain.