And he bent over the bulwarks. Gajus followed his example, and both looked out eagerly.
"Now, Gunthamund!" cried Haduswinth below.
Two strings twanged, and the two Romans started back.
Gajus fell, shot in the forehead; and an arrow fell rattling from the Prefect's helmet.
Cethegus passed his hand across his brow.
"You live, my general!" cried Piso, springing towards him.
"Yes, friend. It was well aimed, but the gods need me yet. Only the skin is scratched," said Cethegus, and set his helmet straight.
CHAPTER XI.
Just then Syphax appeared upon the wall.
His master had strictly forbidden him to take part in the fight. He could not spare him.