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 “The day on which you met the butcher, as you went to sell your mother’s cow, my power was restored. It was me who secretly prompted you to take the beans in exchange for the cow. “By my power, the bean-stalk grew to so great a height, and formed a ladder. I need not add, that I inspired you with a strong desire to ascend the ladder. “The giant lives in this country: you are the person appointed to punish him for all his wickedness. You will have dangers and difficulties to encounter, but you must persevere in avenging the death of your father, or you will not prosper in any of your undertakings, but be always miserable. “As to the giant’s possessions, you may seize on all you can: for every thing he has is your’s, though now you are unjustly deprived of it. One thing I desire - do not let your mother know you are acquainted with your father’s history till you see me again. “Go along the direct road, you will soon see the house where your cruel enemy lives. While you do as I order you, I will protect and guard you; but, remember, if you dare disobey my commands, a most dreadful punishment awaits you.” When the fairy had concluded, she disappeared, leaving Jack to pursue his journey.