128 The Catskill Fatries.

 

    
  

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“No, indeed,’ said he. ‘Your father must be a great king
or prince from your appearance. When he comes to take you
away in a gilded chariot drawn by splendid horses, he must
give me ten chests of silver to make me rich. Then he may
have you, and the chain also.’

“The dove child looked at him sadly.

“*You seem to care more for money already than your own
good.’

“«T wish to have my own way,’ cried Otto. ‘Yes, and I will

have it always!’