Whoe’er of me is mindful, and of Gu-drun, poor maiden,

Him will I trust most fully, knowing his heart for us with care is laden.”

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They now their leave were taking; to them the lady spake:

“May he be blest and happy who thought for me shall take.

’Tis right that you, brave warriors, to fight for me are ready;

Meanwhile for the coming inroad do all you can, and therein be you speedy.”

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Wisely then spake Wâ-te, the warrior old and good:

“Lady, we should be felling trees in the western wood.