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greater vengeance, but deign to pity these unfortunate victims of her jealously; restore them to their country and their lovers, and command that each shall be transported to the spot her heart most wishes.
Scarcely had I spoken ere the genius raised his sceptre, and they all disappeared: the genius then again adressing me, said, I promised to reward you, and am ready to fulfil my engagement, think well before you ask; and when you are determined, come to my palace.
After bestowing this prudent advice upon me, the genius left me; and I was preparing to quit this fatal place for ever, which brought afflicting ideas to my mind, when I perceived Zumio behind a tree, conversing with one of the prettiest little women I ever beheld. I was exceedingly surprised, and Zumio, approaching me, said, You find me here still, my lord, because I am determined to attach myse1f to you, and never leave you. As to this young beauty, she will tell you her own story, if you desire to hear it.
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