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Chapter Two
moved the rattles tinkled. It's face, however, was not unpleasant, so the Scarecrow took heart and made a deep bow.
"And I'm not going to eat anything that squirms." This time it was the big serpent who spoke.
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"Thank you!" said the Scarecrow, bowing several times more. "You relieve my mind. I've never been a breakfast yet and I'd rather not begin. But if I cannot be your breakfast let me be your friend!" He extended his arms impulsively.
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