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In chapter 13, Rowena poisons the victorious Vortimer, resulting in his death.

In chapter 13, Vortigern returns to the throne, and, at the request of Rowena, has messengers relay an invitation to Hengist in Germania to return back to Britain but, this time, with only a small retinue in tow.

Hengist, hearing that Vortimer is dead, raises an army of three thousand or men, sets up a fleet, and sails it to Britain.

When Vortigern and his nobility catch word of the imminent arrival of the Saxon fleet, they meet in counsel, and resolve to drive the Saxons from their coasts.

Rowena sends messengers to her father Hengist to alert him of the plight of the Britons.

Hengist holds counsel, considers several strategies, yet comes to the conclusion that the Saxons should rather make a show of peace.

Hengist sends ambassadors to Vortigern.