The oracle dismissed her and turned away.
The princess returned. “Please, wise one, why did it happen? Rebellion vanquished us, destroyed everything. I am penniless.”
The oracle dismissed her and turned away.
The princess returned, distraught. “Why? How?” she pleaded.
The oracle grew angry. “Why yourself! Why are you asking me pointless questions?”
The princess bristled. “Because: What Am I Going To Do Now!”
“Finally,” said the oracle, and he sat with the princess to discuss options.