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THE BIRD OF TRUTH

They all returned in state to the city, where great rejoicings were held. The wicked courtiers had their heads cut off, and all their property was taken away. As for the good old couple, they were given riches and honour, and were loved and cherished to the ends of their lives.

(From Cuentos, Oraciones, y Adivinas, por Fernan Caballero.)

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