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第957章 CXXIX

"To me this an Armenian merchant gave, 'Tis true," replied the king, "some days ago;

And had you raised your voice, the arms to crave, You should have had them, whether yours or no.

For, notwithstanding I to Gryphon gave The armour, I so well his nature know, He freely would resign the gift he earned, That it by me to you might be returned.