THE HOARD AND THE DRAGON.

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He sought of himself who sorely did harm him,

But, for need very pressing, the servant of one of

The sons of the heroes hate-blows evaded,

Seeking for shelter and the sin-driven warrior

Took refuge within there. He early looked in it,

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* * * * * when the onset surprised him,