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picked up the hamper.
Alfie giggled and stared at the basket.
“I can help! Let me have a go.”
“You’re carrying the kites.” Bea shot
her brother a look, warning him not to give anything away.
The kitten scratched the side of the basket and then began to mew. Natasha looked round suspiciously so Bea started humming to cover the sound. She let the others walk ahead as they climbed the hill to the palace.
“Shall I take the picnic basket to the kitchen, Princess Beatrice?” asked Jenny as they reached the palace steps.
“I guess so.” Bea let Jenny take the basket, cross that she couldn’t think of a reason to say no. “But I’ll come with you. I ... um ... just need a glass of water.”
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