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I was trembling so I could scarcely speak, and yet I never felt more determined. "And if it was not for amusement," demanded my father, "what would you do, I'd like to know?" "I'd tie a cord round Capi's neck, and although I love him dearly, I'd drown him.
My eyes again fell on the ugly yellow dog that was looking at me with eyes that resembled Capi's. But Capi was white.... "What dog is that?" I asked. Before Mattia could reply the ugly little animal had jumped on me, licking me furiously and whining. "It's Capi; we dyed him!" cried Mattia, laughing. "Dyed him? Why?" "So that he wouldn't be recognized. Now Bob wants to make you more comfortable."
"And the others!" cried the little boy. Zerbino and Dulcie followed Capi's example. "And the monkey!" Pretty-Heart could have easily made the jump, but I was never sure of him. Once on board he might do some tricks that certainly would not be to the lady's taste. "Is he spiteful?" she asked. "No, madam, but he is not always obedient, and I am afraid that he will not behave himself."
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