It will take me a little while to charm this golden blade so that it will obey my commands and do my work.

There is no need of undue haste, so I propose we all sleep for a time and obtain what rest we can.

We must be fresh and ready for our great adventure." As their former nap had been interrupted, they readily agreed to Aquareine's proposal and at once went to their couches and composed themselves to slumber.

When they were asleep, the fairy mermaid charmed her golden sword and then she also lay down to rest herself..