"It is impossible for you to injure it," answered the other.
"And how about the next three gifts?" inquired the boy, anxiously.
"Before I grant them," replied the Demon, "you must give me a promise to keep away from uncivilized places and to exhibit your acquirements only among people of intelligence."
"All right," agreed the boy; "I'm not anxious to visit that island again, or any other uncivilized country."
"Then I will add to your possessions three gifts, each more precious and important than the three you have already received."
At this announcement Rob began to quiver with excitement, and sat staring eagerly at the Demon, while the latter increased in stature and sparkled and glowed more brilliantly than ever.
