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 Even though we are in a cemetery, this, too, is God’s domain—God Himself is everywhere!”

Jacob did not ask any long-drawn-out questions, only assuring himself that Bára herself was contented. He gave them his blessing and then the three made further plans and arrangements.

How astonished the sexton was when, after ringing the morning bell for early prayers, he came for Bára and found her in the company of her father and her accepted suitor, as the huntsman immediately announced himself to be.

There was even greater amazement at the parsonage and in the entire village. The people had thought Bára would be tamed down, the Lord only knows how much, and how humble she would be—and now she was returning as the betrothed of such a splendid man. They could not even believe it to be possible that “bewitched Bára” could win anyone’s love—but it had come to pass.

“She has luck from hell itself,” the girls in the village told each other.

But sincere and great was the rejoicing of Elška when Bára brought her lover to her friend.

“See, God has repaid the service that you rendered me and for which you suffered so much. I knew that you would find a man who would truly love you. You must love her deeply—for she deserves it most fully,” the good girl said, turning to the huntsman and extending her hand, which he clasped earnestly.