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Bea stared at the picnic basket. If
she took the kitten back home it would only be for a short time ... just until she found the animal’s real owner. Her heart beat faster. “You need lots of love and attention, don’t you?” she whispered into the kitten’s ear. “Don’t worry. I’ll look after you!”
She glanced at Jenny, who’d turned away to shake the crumbs off the picnic rug. None of the grown-ups were looking! Quickly she bent down and popped the kitten inside the picnic basket. Then she shut the lid firmly.
Jenny folded up the rug and glanced at Bea. “I’m glad you gave that kitten back, Princess Bea. I think we’re ready to go.” She reached for the handle of the basket.
“It’s all right – I’ll carry it.” Bea
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