"We are so rejoiced to regain that which we had feared was lost for
ever, Princess, that we are willing that he should go forth unchastised;
his conscience, and what it will say to him, will be his punishment."
"That would be too light a sentence; for I doubt much if he has any
conscience," said the lady, as she seated herself.
"Then, Princess, will you relieve us by sentencing him yourself, as you
best will?" craved the four.
"No," she answered, "that I cannot do, I might be too harsh--I have
convicted him; let His Majesty, who is ever lenient, name his
punishment."