human
No, no, said his son,
gpt
I am always asking the King for something. If you want an ox, you must ask him yourself.
human
I can't do it! said the poor Farmer.
gpt
You know what a muddle-head I am. If I go to ask the King for another ox, I shall end by giving him this one!
human
Well, what must be, must be, said his son.
gpt
Anyhow, I cannot ask the King: but I'll train you to do it.
human
Now, look here, father, said he,
gpt
pointing to each bundle as he said the name.
human
When you come into the King's presence, you must begin by saying: 'Long live the King!' and then ask your boon.
gpt
I had two oxen to my plough, with which my work was done. Now one is dead: O, mighty king, please give me another one!
human
Well, said the Farmer,
gpt
I think I can say that.