Merlin then said, "Look, I knew what you were up to before you did. It was already in my heart to tell you what I'm telling you now. I forgive you for trying to steal from me, but you must never try to steal from anyone ever again. I could have taken your life if I had wanted to and no one could stop me. I choose to give you life. Use it well and do good to all you meet. Never do anything evil ever again."
"I will," replied Midnight. "Thank you so much for allowing me to live. I now know that I am not invincible. I owe you my life and will do as you commanded me."