And when Rolant had not hesitated to accept certain battle, the courage and confidence and joy grew in his face, and he was no more afraid than a noble lion when it would raise its face before maidens. And he made a rush and approached his enemies; and then he said to Oliuer: "O dear companion," he said, "along with this chosen retinue that Chiarlymaen left to assist us, and for them, let us fight against the pagans, so that they will get from us an example of fighting bravely without retreating, despite any danger."

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