Steven George the DragonThe Temporary Wife
EARLY THE NEXT MORNING, the little woodcutter and his tall wife were seated at the table waiting when Steven woke up. He was served a hot mash for breakfast and ate heartily. When he had finished, his dish sat empty at his place. It was obvious that the couple had no intentions of moving from the table until Steven had told his story. “Don’t we need to work this morning?” Steven asked. “I’ll happily help you chop wood.” “Oh no,” said Upik. “There is no reason to chop wood today.” “We have...