The Sorcerer's Apprentice (4)

The Sorcerer's Apprentice (4)

Jim followed him, and soon they were right inside the wall of the castle.

As the Sorcerer strode across the courtyard, Jim noticed great pile of food stacked all around.



Suddenly the black raven flew down and perched on Jim's shoulder.
" That's the harvest from your valley, " he croaked.
" He steals it every year for himself. "

" I'll kill him, " cried young Jim.
" Leaving our people to starve like that ! "

" Don't be stupid. He can kill you with one glance. " screeched the bird.
" Take my advice. Stay here and learn his secrets, and then you can defeat his evil spells. "

All at once the Sorcerer turned round.
" Are you looking for work ? " he demanded.
" Because if you are, I need an apprentice. "

JIm quickly agreed to brcome his servant in return for lessons in magic.

That way he was sure he could bring back happiness to the valley below.

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