‘Rat-a-tat-tat!’ said the cat.
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‘Are you calling me tatty?’ asked Ratty.
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‘No. I just want to come in.’ replied Cat.
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‘And once you’re in, you’ll want to go out.’ added Ratty.
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‘Yes.’ affirmed the cat. ‘It’s what I do.’
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Ratty opened the door. Cat came in. Ratty closed the door.
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‘I’ll just wait here by the door then, shall I?’ asked Ratty, dryly.
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‘If you would.’ purred Cat. And to herself, ‘It’s so nice having servants.’
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Ratty’s eyes followed the retreating Cat.
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The acrobat just listened and silently watched, whilst hanging upside down from a beam.
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