“The hero who kills the dragon,” said the Prince, “shall become my son-in-law by marrying my daughter, and I will also bestow upon him whatever presents he may desire.”
“Agreed,” said the negro. “Give to my master your daughter in marriage and half of your wealth.”
Then he went and, killing the dragon himself, brought its ears to the lad, who took them to the Prince. He became the son-in-law of the Prince by marrying his daughter, and lived in a splendid palace, which the Prince gave him with half of his wealth. As the Prince had no son, the lad succeeded him after his death and reigned over the island. A son was born to him. One day the negro said to the youth:
“Abdicate your throne in favor of your son, appoint your wife as regent, and let us go to the city of the King of the West.”
The young man consented, and they started, taking with them much riches. As soon as they reached the city of the King of the West the negro said to the lad:
“Go ask for yourself the daughter of the King in marriage.”
The lad went to the King, who was pleased with him, and said:
“Prince, I see you are a worthy man. Now let me tell you frankly that I have given my daughter to ninety-nine Princes in marriage, and every one died on the nuptial night. I have pity on your youth.”
The lad, hearing this, was afraid, but the negro insisted, saying:
“Nay, get her in marriage. Do not be frightened.”