XXIV.
“He that remained with us, of whom I said
“Before, Corebo was of Bilbao hight,
“Who with him under the same roof was bred
“From infancy, and the ungrateful wight
“Deemed that the thought he harboured in his head,
“He could impart in safety to the knight,
“Who would prefer, neglectful of his trust,
“The pleasure of his friend to what was just.
XXV.
“Not without high disdain Corebo heard
“(Who kind and courteous was) the Biscayneer,
“And termed him traitor; and by deed and word
“Withstood the purpose of his foul compeer.
“This mighty wrath in either warrior stirred;
“In sign whereof their naked brands they rear.
“At sight of their drawn swords, in panic, I
“Turn shortly through the gloomy wood to fly.
XXVI.
“Sir Odoric in war well taught and bred,
“Gained in few blows such vantage in the fray,
“He left Corebo on the field for dead,
“And, following in my steps, pursued my way.
“Love lent to him (unless I am misled)
“Pinions, that he might overtake his prey;
“And many a prayer and glozing flattery taught,
“Wherewith I to compliance might be wrought.
