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there is nothing better known, nothing more explicit, and nothing more clearly attested, than that not only the designs, but also the actions and all the deeds of these men aimed at this: that once the legitimate heiress and most powerful Princess was deposed and despoiled of her kingdom, they might most wickedly substitute some other person in her place and sovereignty, as had long been their desire. Had this not been prudently and swiftly countered, all things would have immediately run with blood, and many faithful and innocent citizens, standing for a most just cause, would have fallen most indignantly. Yet God Himself, that eternal guardian of His Majesty, through His supreme mercy, provided for a victory so easy and so remarkable that, in almost a single moment, everything was quieted. An example of celestial justice, memorable for all posterity. In so illustrious an example, therefore, so that nothing might be done with excessive severity, a few notable leaders of these robbers were punished with death, paying just penalties. For some, because they confessed their treachery with groaning and uncovered their most disgraceful conspiracy, life and all their fortunes were restored simultaneously.
The rebels routed.
But the rest, and those few among the leaders who slipped away from the battle line, sought out kingdoms across the sea and free territories, the very scourges and most foul ruins of their own fatherland. Where, when it was less advantageous
Certain rebels seek realms across the sea.