Calico Illustrated Classics: The Wind in the Willows

Calico Illustrated Classics: The Wind in the Willows — page 9
Bubbles asked Rat He perked up as a broad glistening muzzle popped up on the bank It was Otter He hauled himself out of the water and shook his coat Greedy said Otter Why didn’t you invite me Ratty This is an impromptu affair said Rat But please meet my friend Mr Mole Nice to meet you said Otter Such a rumpus everywhere All the world seems out on the river today I came here to get a moment’s peace and found you two Just then there was a slight rustle behind them Badger peered out from behind a bush Come out Badger Badger trotted forward a pace or two and then grunted Hmpf Company He turned his back and disappeared That’s the sort of fellow he is said Rat Simply hates society and the world at times We won’t see any more of him today 12