So the little prince tamed the fox. And when the hour of his departure drew near--Ah, said the fox, I shall cry.It is your own fault, said the little prince. I never wished you any sort of harm; but you wanted me to tame you . . .Yes, that is so, said the fox.But now you are going to cry! said the little prince.Yes, that is so, said the fox.Then it has done you no good at all!It has done me good, said the fox, because of the color of the wheat fields.
The passage from "The Little Prince" describes the bond formed between the little prince and the fox through the process of taming. The fox acknowledges that the prince's departure will cause him sorrow, leading to a realization that the emotional connection is both a source of pain and beauty. The fox expresses a bittersweet acceptance of this relationship; while they will miss each other, the experience has enriched their lives.
The conversation highlights the complexity of relationships, where love can lead to sadness but also appreciation for the beauty of shared experiences. The fox values the wheat fields, which symbolize the unique perspective gained from their friendship. This teaches that connections, though transient, can have lasting significance.
