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 I took leave from her and went on my way. Within eight days I arrived in a beautiful and great city where it was announced that anyone who could tell a beautiful story in your presence would be presented with many rich gifts. I decided to come before you and tell you of events that did not happen to others but to myself.

Immediately when Beramo heard these words, he said to himself, "Good heavens, this is truly my Diliramma."

And he inquired with the storyteller where and with whom she was. He sent several messengers to her master, promising him that he would receive a great treasure if he would bring the young woman into his presence. Because he delighted in her music and the news of her skills had reached his ears, he greatly desired to listen to it. When Beramo's messengers reached the merchant he desired to oblige, more to be in the great Lord's graces than for the offer made to him in his name. He immediately set out for the Lord's country together with the young woman. As soon as the merchant told her the reason for their journey, she realized that the old servant had fulfilled his promise to her very well, by bringing the Lord news about herself.

And not long after reaching the imperial city, they informed Beramo of their arrival.