Barks and Purrs by Colette
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We've already wasted a great deal of time. THE LITTLE DOG But ... we've been chatting. I've enjoyed it very much ... and I fail to understand why the society of young dogs like you, is forbidden me ... TOBY-DOG Allow me to make love to you. THE LITTLE DOG What's that? TOBY-DOG I'll show you. First I hold myself very erect, stiffen my legs, walk 'round you, barking low and melodiously. My tail wriggles, my ears ... THE LITTLE DOG Don't come near me. I feel quite upset. (_Escaping_.) Aïe! You unmannerly fellow! KIKI-THE-DEMURE, (_standing up_) These preludes are indeed a sad parody on our wild love-making ... (_aloud, very angry_) I should think-- |
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