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t chanced that the King
of Aragon came upon a
fountain where Messer
Arrighetto was quenching his thirst,
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having taken off his helmet. When
the King of Aragon had dismounted,
he recognized Messer Arrighetto by
his arms, and, without saying aught,
took his sword and dealt Messer
Arrighetto a foul blow on the face,
saying, « This I give thee especially
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