human
Why so sorrowful to-night, my boy?
gpt
Be thankful that you did not attempt to carry away any of the treasure.
human
If you had taken but one ounce of gold the wand would have lost its power in your hand, and you would have been the slave of the giant as long as you lived, and after death your bones would have whitened the floor of the mountain cavern, instead of reposing in the dear native land.
gpt
Your industry and perseverance shall now be rewarded. Lie down and sleep to-night upon this soft turf. In the morning rise and follow the direction of the divining-rod, and where it points downward strike your pick.
human
Now good-night, my boy. In the days of your prosperity, sometimes think kindly of the poor dwarf of the mountains.