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great that he was almost weighed down
under the excessive burden of delight.
Then embracing his brother fervently,
he said to him, "What falcon is that you
are carrying on your fist?" And Jenna-
riello answered, "I have bought it on
purpose to give to you." "I see clearly
that you love me," replied Milluccio,
"since you go about seeking to give me
pleasure. Truly, if you had brought me a
costly treasure, it could not have given
me greater delight than this falcon." And
just as he was going to take it in his hand,
Jennariello quickly drew a large knife
which he carried at his side and cut off its
head.At this deed the King stood aghast,
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