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They had not gone very far, however, when there were
footsteps behind them. Toad caught up with them and
put a paw inside the elbow of each of them.
“Now, look here Toad!” said Rat sharply. “As soon as
we get to the town, you’ll have to go straight to the police
station. You must see if they know anything about that
motor car. You must find out who it belongs to. You must
complain because your wagon is broken. Then, you’ll have
to go to a blacksmith so he can fix the wagon. Meanwhile,
Mole and I will find rooms where we can stay until the
wagon is ready.”
“Police station? Complain?” murmured Toad dreamily.
“Why on earth would I complain about that beautiful
motor car? I am done with wagons forever. I never want to
see the wagon again or hear of it. O, Ratty!”
102 Classic Tales