Carved from jade and set with rubies
told to seek a richer prize
Told the emperor there's no need sire
for what you seek lies in her eyes
as one together turning softly
to where the humble maiden stood
all at once his heart was taken
as dragons wisdom understood
search not desire in precious metals
lay no stock in gems and wealth
Seek only to obtain true pleasure
through true love and your good health
so the dragon bid of him leave
took on wings his final flight
where he courted a star maiden
bidding the world of men goodnight