human
You see that small house with two roofs, outlined clear against the sky? It is there.
gpt
The window is lighted, said Fatkoura.
human
Is he there? Is it indeed possible? Conquered, captive, about to die!
gpt
Are there soldiers there?
human
I do not know, said Tika;
gpt
I see no one.
human
If I cannot speak to him, I will throw the sword through that open window.
gpt
Another step, and you would have fallen into a deep ditch, which lies just beneath your feet,
human
All is over,
gpt
Is it thus you thank me for saving your life? said he.
human
Luckily, I was forewarned of the walk you meant to take to-night, and I followed you, to preserve you from danger. Do you suppose that your every word and movement are not faithfully reported to me? Do you suppose that I did not know your mad plan to deliver your lover, or provide him with the means to escape my vengeance?
gpt
Release me, wretch!
human
No, said the Prince;
gpt
That offer is quite worthy of you!
human
You refuse?
gpt
The Princess of Nagato will never dishonor her name.
human
Then you must give up that weapon, said the Prince, himself drawing it from Fatkoura's bosom.
gpt
You might escape me by death, which would distress me sorely. Consider my offer; you have until to-morrow to decide. Up to the hour of the execution, at which you will be present, it will be in your power to procure your husband a more easy death.