He therefore resolved to return to his conquered kingdom of Bulgaria.

He said to his mother: "I had rather live in Bulgaria than at Kief.

Bulgaria is the center of wealth, nature and art.

The Greeks send there gold and cloths; the Hungarians silver and horses; the Russians furs, wax, honey and slaves." "Wait, my son, at least till after my death," exclaimed Olga.

"I am aged and infirm, and very soon shall be conveyed to my tomb." This interview hastened the death of Olga.