As he swam away, he called out: "Good-by, Alidoro, good luck and remember me to the family!" "Good-by, little Pinocchio," answered the Dog.

"A thousand thanks for having saved me from death.

You did me a good turn, and, in this world, what is given is always returned.

If the chance comes, I shall be there." Pinocchio went on swimming close to shore.

At last he thought he had reached a safe place.