And swore by all the gods, that, ere they went,

The one or other should to him consent;

Their hands he'd firmly tie to have his way;

For help (the place so far) 'twere vain to pray;

To take a lot was all that he'd allow;

Come, draw, he said; to Fortune you must bow;

No haggling I request—comply; be still:

Resolved I am with one to have my will.

WHAT has the princess done? the girl replied,

That you, to make her suffer, thus decide