The raging crew, ... he doubtless the prime spring

Of all these perilous movements; and ’twas said

He brought the assurance of a strong support,

Count Julian’s aid, for in his company

From Cordoba, Count Julian’s daughter came.

Thus Eudon spake before the assembled chiefs;

When instantly a stern and wrathful voice

Replied, I know Pelayo never made

That senseless promise! He who raised the tale

Lies foully; but the bitterest enemy