Still, in answer to your question, I admit that the first was very much the braver deed.

I myself should have liked nothing better than to stand before that great wolf with my hunting sword in my hand; but although if I had been near you when the hound attacked you, I should doubtless have thrown myself before you, I should have been horribly frightened and should certainly have been killed; for I should never have thought of or carried so promptly out the plan which Harry adopted of muzzling the animal.
But there is no need to make comparisons.

On the present occasion both the lads have behaved with great bravery, and I am proud that Ernest is one of the conquerors of the demon wolf.

It will start him in life with a reputation already established for courage.
Now, come with me and have a look at the wolf.

I don't think such a beast was ever before seen in France.