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tree. “I really don’t think climbing up there was a good idea.”
Bea held on tight as another gust of wind swept by. “Just a minute!” she yelled down. “There’s a little kitten – I can’t just leave it here.”
“Princess Beatrice, please be careful!” Jenny squeaked.
“It’s all right. I’ll be down in a second.” Bea climbed to a higher
branch. She had to grab the little animal without letting go of the tree. If the kitten panicked and tried to climb out of reach this could get very tricky indeed.
“It’s all right, little kitty. Everything will be fine.” She reached out and slipped her hand under the kitten’s fluffy belly, scooping him up. Holding the creature close, she climbed down the tree using one hand.
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