| A | B |
| slaughter (n) | the killing of many people or animals |
| retrieving (v) | taking or getting something back |
| reinforcements (n) | fighters and weapons added for battle |
| deserted (v) | left someone alone in time of need or danger |
| intervened (v) | played a role in changing an event; interfered |
| ruthless (adj) | without pity or mercy; cruel |
| suitors (n) | a man with the intentions of marrying a woman |
| disloyal (adj) | failing to be loyal to a person, country, or body to which one has obligations. |