rich.

"As the days went by, the food became scarcer and scarcer. The
people began to sicken and die of hunger. They had but one thought:
they must get something to eat for their children and themselves.

"They knew of the stores of grain held by the bishop. They went to
him and begged for some of it, but he paid no attention to their
prayers. Then they demanded that he open the doors of the storehouse
and let them have the grain. It was of no use.

"At last, they gathered together, and said:

"'We will break down the door if you do not give it to us.'

"'Come to-morrow,' answered the bishop. 'Bring your friends with
you. You shall have all the grain you desire.'

"The morrow came. Crowds gathered in front of the granary. The
bishop unlocked the door, saying:

"'Go inside and help yourselves freely.'

"The people rushed in. Then what do you think the cruel bishop did?
He ordered his servants to lock the door and set the place on fire!

"The air was soon filled with the screams of the burning people. But
the bishop only laughed and danced. He said to his servants:

"'Do you hear the rats squeaking inside the granary?'