Great favorite at the royal palace," said the Shaggy Man, yawning.
The Glass Cat seemed annoyed.
"Do you think a pink kitten--common meat--is as pretty as I am ?" she asked.
"Can't say.

Tastes differ, you know," replied the Shaggy Man, yawning again.

"But here's a pointer that may be of service to you: make friends with Eureka and you'll be solid at the palace." "I'm solid now; solid glass." "You don't understand," rejoined the Shaggy Man, sleepily.

"Anyhow, make friends with the Pink Kitten and you'll be all right.

If the Pink Kitten despises you, look out for breakers." "Would anyone at the royal palace break a Glass Cat ?" "Might.