"But without a bridge, the people of the village will suffer. Could you not help us somehow?" Hikone pleaded. "I can build it," said the demon, "but in return, will you give me both your eyes?"
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"No, that would be terrible. I would not be able to see." The demon then said, "Guess my name. If you are right, you need not give me your eyes. Come back in three days. If you discover my name, I will build the bridge." As soon as he said this, the demon vanished into the river.
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"But without a bridge, the people of the village will suffer. Could you not help us somehow?" Hikone pleaded. "I can build it," said the demon, "but in return, will you give me both your eyes?"
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