What Fresh News the Parlor-Cat Had to
Tell"There is what you asked for," said Rudy, as he entered
the miller's house at Bex, and placed on the floor a large basket.
He removed the lid as he spoke, and a pair of yellow eyes,
encircled by a black ring, stared forth with a wild, fiery glance,
that seemed ready to burn and destroy all that came in its way. Its
short, strong beak was open, ready to bite, and on its red throat
were short feathers, like stubble.
"The young eaglet!" cried the miller.
Babette screamed, and started back, while her eyes
wandered from Rudy to the bird in astonishment.
"You are not to be discouraged by difficulties, I see,"
said the miller.
"And you will keep your word," replied Rudy. "Each has his
own characteristic, whether it is honor or courage."
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