I really enjoyed this story and the way it ended. Allanic was indeed so wise with the request he made to the king, which helped him in capturing Goulaffre. Even the trick he used to capture Goulaffre was so perfect.
Allanic wisdom actually led him to greatness and Goulaffre's greediness led to his downfall.

The pile of snow is actually still plenty, I wonder when it will melt finish