The Seller of Images

A certain man carved a wooden image of Mercury and put it up for sale. However, when no one showed any interest in buying it, he decided to attract potential purchasers by proclaiming that he had a statue of a benefactor who bestowed wealth and helped accumulate riches.

One of the bystanders, intrigued by his claims, asked, "My good fellow, why are you selling such a remarkable figure, especially when you could enjoy the benefits it brings yourself?"

The man replied, "I am in need of immediate assistance, and he is known for granting his gifts very slowly."