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 Wait, honorable and valiant Sir!”

“Bring a watering can, if you love me,” called the Scarecrow over his shoulder, and Happy, snatching from frightened gardener, dashed after his Master.



“If things get too hot, I'd like to know that you can put me out,” said the Scarecrow, his voice quivering with emotion. “You shall rewarded for this, my brave Tappy."

Happy did not answer, for his teeth were chattering so he could not speak. 131