Crafty Owl Tries for an Æglet Supper, Receives Thrashing Instead
Shrewd Æglet Launches Ferocious Defense, Prevents Owl from Absconding with Frail Sibling
The Owl's large eyes shone with strange light when he stared at the æglets, and he spoke in low tones, gaining their confidence with tales of lands far abroad. The æglets drew near to hear his hushed words.
Then the strange bird flew at the pair.
He'd underestimated Gael. She'd almost made a supper of him instead. After a brief scuffle, she scared the Owl off — and screeched in bitter disappointment when he escaped.
The Owl had no idea how lucky he was.
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