Bosh-Bosh Oil. II

“There,” and the old man pointed to the top
of a mountain near the house. ‘But the path
is a very steep one, little boy, and the Brownie
said there were many dangers to be braved
before one could reach the top. When fairly
there, however, you will find the oil in a golden
box, in a golden house, and guarded by the
famous Gold-Bird. Many boys have been here,
but no one would venture, and I suppose I shall
have to stay here till I die,” and he began to
weep again.

Now Gardner was a brave as well as kind
yoy, and he was greatly touched by the old
man’s sad position.

“T will go,” he said, “and don’t lose your
courage, for I will come back soon, and if it isa
possible thing, bring the oil.”

The old man was delighted, and thanked the
boy heartily, as he started on his mission.

He found the path up the mountain with no
difficulty, and a pleasant path it was, being
shaded and with flowers on either side. He
walked on for a hundred yards or so, when he