The two were speaking in Latin, which the Scodisqi slaves could not understand, but they saw the elder dressed in thick armor and wearing a red-plumed helmet looking imposing, while their esteemed sage appeared somewhat subdued, causing fear and resentment to arise in their hearts.
Emmerich turned back with a calm demeanor and loudly announced, "Children of the Grey Bear, follow me, I will take you to a place of safety!"
After speaking, he took a flag and held it high, leading the way westward. The others holding flags automatically followed behind him.
Thus, under Emmerich's leadership, the Skodisqi male slaves left the battlefield, following their compatriots.
As they blindly followed the main force, Gowes had many doubts in his heart. Someone came to find him, saying, "The sage wishes to see you," and he immediately ran to the front of the line.
When Emmerich saw him, he amiably asked, "Gowes, how many years has it been since we last met?"