"Yes, it is two years ago that he died."
"And from where was he?"
"From Siatista."
"Ah, a Macedonian! And what was his name?"
"Philippos Vasiliou."
"So your name is Alexandros Vasiliou?"
Aleko nodded.
"Alexander of the King! Alexander the son of Philip! Your master has taught you about him at school?"
"Of course," said Aleko, frowning.
The old man smiled. There is a story about him which you have not heard perhaps. Do you know how Alexander the King got the Water of Life?"
Aleko shook his head: "We have not reached such a part."
"Well, I will tell you about it. Listen:—