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And Rodriguez bowed to the one whose tent he had entered , and sought permission to fight for them in the morning . With good grace this was accorded him , and while he bowed and well expressed his thanks he felt Morano touching his elbow . And as soon as he had gone aside with Morano that fat man 's words bubbled over and were said . `` Master , fight not for these men , '' he exclaimed , `` for they listen to song till midnight while the others prepare for battle . The others will win the fight , master , and where will your castle be ? '' `` Morano , '' said Rodriguez , `` there seems to be truth in that . Yet must we fight for the right .