CHAPTER 30 Pinocchio, instead of becoming a boy, runs away to the Land of Toys with his friend, Lamp-Wick. Coming at last out of the surprise into which the Fairy’s words had thrown him, Pinocchio asked for permission to give out the invitations. “Indeed, you may invite your friends to tomorrow’s party. Only remember to return home before dark. Do you understand?” “I’ll be back in one hour without fail,” answered the Marionette. “Take care, Pinocchio! Boys give promises very easily, but they as easily forget them.” “But I am not like those others. When I give my word I