Leo left the fortress and went to the enemy camp offering himself to the pagans in the place of the old men, who because of their weakness would be of no use to them, whereas Leo had sufficient strength to be of profit. The pagans agreed, released the elders and took Leo instead.
Leo left the fortress and went to the enemy camp offering himself in place of weak old men, who would be of no use to the pagans. The pagans agreed, releasing the elders and taking Leo instead, as he was strong enough to benefit them.