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The Talkative Tortoise Once upon a time, there was a Tortoise who lived in a pond with two Geese, who were her very good friends. She enjoyed the company of the Geese because she could talk with them to her heart's content; the Tortoise liked to talk. After many years of this pleasant living, the pond became very low, in the dry season; and finally, it dried up. They said there is no help for it. If we stay here, we shall all three die, and we cannot take you with us, for you cannot fly. Still, the Tortoise begged so hard not to be left behind that they finally said, "Dear Friend, if you will promise not to speak a word on the journey, we will take you with us. But know beforehand, that if you open your mouth to say one single word, you will be in instant danger of losing your life." We will each take hold of one end of a stout stick, and do you take the middle in your mouth; then we will fly up in the air with you and carry you with us. But remember not to talk! If