Hullo! said Merry. So thats what is bothering you? Now, Pippin my lad, dont forget Gildors sayingthe one Sam used to quote: Do not meddle in the affairs of Wizards, for they are subtle and quick to anger. But our whole life for months has been one long meddling in the affairs of Wizards, said Pippin. I should like a bit of information as well as danger. I should like a look at that ball. Go to sleep! said Merry. Youll get information enough, sooner or later. My dear Pippin, no Took ever beat a Brandybuck for inquisitiveness; but is it this time, I ask you? All right! Whats the harm in my telling you what I should like: a look at that stone? I know I cant have it, with old Gandalf sitting on it, like a hen on an egg. But it doesnt help much to get no more from you than a you-cant-have-it-so-go-to-sleep! Well, what else could I say? said Merry. Im sorry, Pippin, but you really must wait till the morning. Ill be as curious as you like after breakfast, and Ill help you in any way I can at wizard-wheedling. But I cant keep awake any longer. If I yawn any more, I shall split at the ears. Good night!