But Aladdin said, "Not so, your Majesty. I will not marry the Princess
until I have built her a palace."

Then he returned home and once more summoned the Slave of the Lamp.

"Build the finest palace in the world," ordered Aladdin. "Let the walls
be of marble set with precious stones. In the center build a great hall
whose walls shall be of silver and gold, lighted by great windows on
each side. These windows are to be set with diamonds and rubies. Depart!
Lose no time in obeying my commands!"

When Aladdin looked out of the window the next morning, there stood the
most beautiful palace in the world.

Then Aladdin and his mother returned to the Sultan's palace, and the
wedding took place amid great rejoicing.

Aladdin was gentle and kind to all. He became a great favorite at the
court, and the people loved him well.

For a time, Aladdin and his bride lived happily.

But there was trouble coming. Far away in Africa, the Magician who had
pretended to be Aladdin's uncle learned of his escape with the magic
lamp.

The Magician traveled from Africa to Persia, disguised as a merchant.

He carried some copper lamps and went through the streets of the city