But at last God took pity him. One day, the old sailor was watching the water-snakes swimming the ship. Their colours were so beautiful and he was filled strange wonder that he felt a great love them and blessed them his heart. At once, the dead albatross fell his neck the sea. A gentle breeze began to blow south and the old man fell a deep sleep. When he woke up, it was raining and he felt fresh again. Thus, the old man was relieved his sufferings.