书城公版Orlando Furioso
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第3209章 LXXVIII

But favoured not by his foul destiny Was that intention, provident and wise;

Which willed the fleet, from leaves of greenwood tree, Produced upon the beach in wondrous guise, That, bound for France, now ploughed the foaming sea, Should meet the king at night; that from surprise In that dark, dismal hour, amid his crew Worse panic and disorder might ensue.