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" to me, my little gentleman," said our hostess, lifting Bruno into her lap, "and tell me everything."

"I ca'n't," said Bruno. "There wouldn't be time. Besides, I don't know everything."

The good woman looked a little puzzled, and turned to Sylvie for help. "Does he like riding?" she asked.

"Yes, I think so," Sylvie gently replied. "He's just had a ride on Nero."

"Ah, Nero's a grand dog, isn't he? Were you ever outside a horse, my little man?"

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