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The Python Dropped His Head Lightly For A Moment On Mowgli's Shoulders. "a Brave Heart And A Courteous Tongue," Said He. "they Shall Carry Thee Far Through The Jungle, Manling. But Now Go Hence Quickly With Thy Friends. Go And Sleep, For The Moon Sets And What Follows It Is Not Well That Thou Shouldst See.

-Rudyard Kipling

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The Python Dropped His Head Lightly For A Moment On Mowgli's Shoulders. "a Brave Heart And A Courteous Tongue," Said He. "they Shall Carry Thee Far Through The Jungle, Manling. But Now Go Hence Quickly With Thy Friends. Go And Sleep, For The Moon Sets And What Follows It Is Not Well That Thou Shouldst See.

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