Hänsel. Pooh, I'm not afraid. But I can't see the way. Gretel, we're lost!

Gretel. What was that?

Hänsel. What?

Gretel. That shining there in the dark!

Hänsel. Pshaw, don't be afraid! That is a birch tree in its silver dress.

Gretel. There, see! a lantern is coming this way.

Hänsel. That is a will-of-the-wisp with its little candle.

Gretel. I'm frightened, I'm frightened! I wish I were home!

Hänsel. Gretelkin, stick close to me! I'll take care of you.

Gretel. See! what is that little man in gray?