"I shall be honored, if your majesty will accept my girdle."
He handed the precious girdle to the king.
At that moment, something wonderful happened.
Instead of an ugly little man, there stood a tall, handsome youth.
The princess was very willing to become the bride of so handsome a youth. The king now gladly gave his consent to the marriage.
Next day a great wedding feast was spread in honor of the marriage.
After the king's death, the princess and her husband ruled the country.
The magic girdle was placed over the throne.
Ever afterwards, when the new king and queen appeared, the people would shout with great pride,
"Ha, ha! Ho, ho!
Ten at one blow."