But
within himself he became more jealous than ever; considering that
by the fairy's assistance the prince his son might perform things
that were infinitely above his own power, notwithstanding his
greatness and riches; and, therefore, more intent upon his ruin, he
went to consult the magician again, who advised him to request the
prince to bring him some of the water of the fountain of lions.
In the evening, when the sultan was surrounded as usual by all his
court, and the prince came to pay his respects among the rest, he
said to him: 'Son, I have already expressed how much I am obliged
to you for the present of the tent you have procured me, which I
look upon as the most valuable thing in my treasury; but you must
do one thing more for me. I am informed that the fairy your wife
makes use of a certain water, called the water of the fountain of
lions, which cures all sorts of fevers, even the most dangerous;
and as I am perfectly sure that my health is dear to you, I do not
doubt that you will ask her for a bottle of that water for me, and
bring it me as a sovereign remedy, which I may make use of when I
have occasion. Do me this service, and complete the duty of a good
son towards a tender father.
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