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but time: one of the Princes is already gone to
seek the dancing water; he will no doubt
perish in the attempt, and I shall find similar
means to do away with all of them." "We shall
see," said the Queen, "whether the success
will answer your expectations; but rely upon
it, by that alone will you escape my just rage."
Feintise returned more alarmed than ever,

racking her brain to think how she could
destroy them. _____

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