书城公版Orlando Furioso
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第896章 LXVIII

"Demand of me this kingdom's moiety, And from this day thou its possessor art, Since not alone thy worth deserves this fee, But merits, I with this should give my heart;

Then, pledge of faith and lasting love, to me, In the meanwhile, thy friendly hand impart."

So saying, from his horse the king descended, And towards Gryphon his right-hand extended.