In this short tale, a clever and resourceful young man named Efflam sets out to find his fortune in Paris. Along the way, he encounters a group of bandits with magical treasures, and through a cunning ruse, he acquires these powerful objects: a cloak that allows him to fly, an invisible hat, and speedy gaiters. With these talismans, he becomes a master thief, but his ultimate goal is to become wealthy enough to reunite with his family. Efflam's adventures lead him to a jeweler's shop, where he uses his invisibility hat to steal valuable items, and later, he successfully infiltrates the king's treasure chamber, obtaining vast wealth. With his newfound riches, he brings his father and sister to live with him in a grand palace, all while outsmarting the king's attempts to catch him. Efflam's ingenuity is tested further when the king devises a series of challenges, including stealing the royal crown and even the princess herself. Efflam successfully completes these tasks, and in the end, he marries the princess, uniting the royal family with his own. This tale is a delightful blend of cunning wit, magical elements, and the triumph of a clever hero.
