she was such a dainty little creature that the astonished countryman stopped working , stuck his spade into the ground , and gazed at her in wonder . his wonder increased when she held up one of her tiny fingers and addressed him in these words : " what would you think if i were to send my husband to uncover your house ? you mortals think that you can do aught that pleases you . " then , stamping her tiny foot , she added in a voice of command , " put back that turf instantly , or you shall regret this day . " now the poor man had often heard of the fairy folk and of the harm that they could work to unthinking mortals who offended them , so in fear and trembling he set to work to undo all his labour , and to place every divot in the exact spot from which he had taken it .
scared .
how did the poor man feel after the small woman threatened him ?
how did the poor man feel after the small woman threatened him ?