But I have accustomed myself to that, and their sprightliness even amuses me.

A year ago, however, they came to terms with one another, and this day of peace was the most miserable in my life." "You are jesting." "No, indeed, I am quite in earnest.

The wretched eunuch who had to keep watch over the five, allowed them to see an old jewel-merchant from Tyre.
Each of them chose a separate and expensive set of jewels.

When I came home Sudabe came up and begged for money to pay for these ornaments.

The things were too dear, and I refused.