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The protagonist is talking about how sometimes he can spend a lot of money in the morning and then not have enough to eat in the afternoon. He says that sometimes the only thing that can protect him from a rainstorm is the moon in the sky. He also talks about how there are many ways to ask for help, but it's hard to be successful with a chain wrapped around his legs. He mentions someone named Arbogast who is waiting for someone to come and help him. The protagonist talks about how he is living off of his savings and saving up his prayers. He says that there are famous people who say to follow in their footsteps, but he doesn't want to bother them. He also says that if you wait for luck to come to you, you might miss your chance. He remembers someone important, either a viscount or a prince, who said to enjoy your free time. He ends by saying to come join the new millionaires.