Check thou mine elder brother's might;

That ne'er again his deadly spite

May rob me of mine ancient right,

Or vex my soul with woe.”

The league was struck, a league to bring

To Sítá fiends, and Vánar king[556]

Apportioned bliss and bale.

Through her left eye quick throbbings shot,[557]

Glad signs the lady doubted not,

That told their hopeful tale.