 Robert, who was Odo's brother, was elected king by the rebels and crowned, while Charles had to flee to Lotharingia.On 2 July 922, Charles lost his most faithful supporter, Herveus of Reims, who had succeeded Fulk in 900.Charles returned with a Norman army in 923 but was defeated on 15 June at the Battle of Soissons by Robert, who died in the battle.