Canto V
And then there came a day where Istray and Stiggs
Had nothing to do. They lazed around together, and
Ate until sodden with food. Boredom
Grew in them, until Istray
Suggested that they visit their brother, Britar.
Stiggs smiles at this and agreed, for
They had not seen the brother for a time.
They traveled the road
Slowly, lazily, until they
Reached the half-built house of Britar.
They laughed to themselves, and
Upon seeing Britar, chuckled,
"Brother, you built
Your house of bricks and mortar? What
Time you waste! You could be
Having fun with us, but instead you insist
On wasting your time building
A worthless house!"
Britar sighed, and replied politely,
"My brothers,
Your houses are flimsy and
Easily destroyed. If the enemy ever enters
Your door, you and your house shall
Be demolished, and
There will be nought one can do about it!"
But his brothers would not listen,
Laughed at his words, and
Left, to return to their homes
