ors; who can fly over mountains and bound across the peaks。 They of themselves are a match for the enemy even if the enemy numbered a hundred legions。 And; moreover; my five sons; all trained in arms; are with me; all to help you; O Kings。〃
The five sons were brought in and presented。 They were handsome young fellows; bold and martial looking。 Father and sons were entertained at a banquet。 Halfway through the feast Yang Fang proposed a diversion。
〃There is but scanty amusement in the field;〃 said Yang Fang; 〃and so I have brought along some native singing girls who have been taught fencing and such things。 If you care for it; they might give an exhibition。〃
The feasters hailed the suggestion with joy; and soon thirty maidens came to the front of the tent。 Their hair hung about their shoulders; and they were barefooted。 They danced and skipped and went through their performan