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found her in that state, and hastened to serve her and
you as he had done her husband, but she fell at his
feet, and in a pathetic manner besought him to spare
your life and her's.
The cruel Giant, for a short time, was struck with
remorse, and spared your life and hers; but first he
made her swear solemnly, never would inform you
who your father was, or answer any questions
concerning him: assuring her, that if she did he would
certainly discover her, and put both of you to death
in the most cruel manner. Your mother took you in
her arms, and fled as quick as possible; she was
scarcely gone, when the Giant repented that he had
suffered her to escape; he would have pursued her
instantly, but he had his own safety to provide for, as
it was necessary he should be gone before the
servants ______
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