"I did not hear you utter any incantations or magic words.

All you did was to touch the creatures." "Oh, do you think so ?" she replied.

"Well, touch them yourself, if you like, and see if you can change their forms." "No," said the Skeezer, "I don't understand magic and if I did I would not try to imitate your skill.

You are a wonderful Yookoohoo, while I am only a common Skeezer." This confession seemed to please Reera, who liked to have her witchcraft appreciated.
"Will you go away now ?" she asked.

"I prefer to be alone." "I prefer to stay here," said Ervic.
"In another person's home, where you are not wanted ?" "Yes." "Is not your curiosity yet satisfied ?" demanded Reera, with a smile.
"I don't know.