Then came Herwic also, betrothed to fair Gu-drun;
Through him full many a woman must come to sorrow soon,
When, for his heart’s belovéd, he to the fight was springing.
Beneath the heavy weapons were heard the clattering helmets loudly ringing.
[1402]
Now came the aged Wâ-te, with warriors not a few;
Grim was he and fearless, as soon they all well knew.
His spear not yet he lowered as he to the walls came riding:
Sad was the sight to Gerlind, but other were the thoughts Gu-drun was hiding.
[1403]