Shopkeeper: The

Leo didn't sell her a lock. He sold her a reading primer and a small lamp. "Secure his confidence," he said, "and you won't need to lock his door."

Years passed. Leo became a wealthy merchant, and Elara grew old. When she decided to retire, Leo bought her shop. On his first day as the new shopkeeper, a panicked mother ran in. "I need a lock! The strongest you have! My son keeps sneaking out at night." the shopkeeper

"But I asked for rope," Leo stammered.