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 Pepper and vinegar besides
 * Are very good indeed—

Now if you are ready, Oysters dear,
 * We can begin to feed!

'But not on us!' the Oysters cried,
 * Turning a little blue.

'After such kindness, that would be
 * A dismal thing to do!'

'The night is fine,' the Walrus said.
 * 'Do you admire the view?

'It was so kind of you to come!
 * And you are very nice!'

The Carpenter said nothing but
 * 'Cut us another slice:

I wish you were not quite so deaf—
 * I've had to ask you twice!'

'It seems a shame,' the Walrus said,
 * 'To play them such a trick,

