7/16 Friend Kaku, _you_ must kill her. The magic which prevailed against the father will overcome the daughter also. You have but to make a waxen image or two and breathe strength into them, and the thing is done, and then--think of the reward." "Indeed I am thinking, most noble Prince," replied the astrologer with sarcasm. "Shall I tell you of that reward? Moreover, it is impossible, for if you would know the truth, she cannot be killed." "What do you mean, Fool ?" asked Abi angrily. |