Now be off, and in order to see a cheerful face on you, I will make you a present." The king drew from his vest-pocket a purse, well filled with small coin, and gave it to the young man, who took it, though he still looked angry and insolent.

"Do not let your under-lip hang down so, for I may step upon it," said the king.

"Put the money in your pocket, and hurry off to tell old Pfund to harness quickly, or I shall not arrive in time at the park." "There is no danger, your majesty, for the miss seems very fond of the promenade; she remained two hours in the park yesterday, always walking in the most quiet places, as if she were afraid to meet any one.

She sat a whole hour on the iron seat by the Carp Pond, and then she went to the Philosopher's Walk, and skipped about like a young colt." "You are a very cunning fellow, and know how to use your eyes well," said the king.

"Now be off, and order the carriage.".