“No; follow me.”
He led Peter into a great closet, where were jars filled with liquid. In them were the hearts of many who had become rich. Among them were the hearts of the King of the Dancers and of Fat Hesekiel.
“The hinderance to wealth is feeling. I have taken, as you see, the hearts of these rich men. I have replaced them by hearts of stone. You see how they flourish. You may do the same.”
PETER SURPASSED THE KING OF DANCERS.
“A heart of stone must feel very cold within,” said Peter.
“But what is the use of a heart of feeling, with poverty? Give me your heart, and I will make you rich.”
“Agreed,” said Peter.
The giant gave him a drug, which caused stupor. When Peter awoke from the stupor his heart seemed cold. He put his hand on his breast: there was no motion. Then he knew that he had indeed a heart of stone.