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508 on to the capital. Here the whole population came forth, headed by the lords, to welcome them, with music, and flowers, and acclamations. Cortés was taken in charge by Maxixcatzin and lodged in his palace; Alvarado became the guest of old Xicotencatl, and the others received every attention. The reception concluded with a series of festivities.