Once the Fisherman realizes the Priest will not help him send away his Soul so that he can be with the Mermaid, he goes to the Witch and asks for her help. At first it seems that the Witch will deceive the Fisherman, as she tries to trick him into partaking in a ritual involving the devil. Although she is reluctant to do so, it is ultimately the Witch who tells the Fisherman how to get rid of his soul.