[Complete Short Works by Georg Ebers]@TWC D-Link bookComplete Short Works CHAPTER III 6/11
I'll stop both ears while you question the oracle.
Yes, yes, one can scarcely hear his own voice for the monaulus and the shouts of the crazy people yonder. "Such sounds lure those who are fond of dancing, as surely as a honey-comb brings flies.
By the dog! there are four merry couples already! Only I miss Phaon.
You say the couch in my brother's house has grown too hard for him, and he has found softer pillows in Syracuse. With us the day began long ago, but in the city perhaps they haven't quite finished with yesterday.
I'm sorry for the fine fellow." "Is it true," asked Xanthe, blushing, "that my uncle is seeking a rich bride for him in Messina ?" "Probably, but in courtship one does not always reach the desired goal. Has Phaon told you nothing about his father's wishes? Question the conjurer, or he'll get his new clothes with far too little trouble.
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