Dragon of the Red Dawn: a Merlin Mission
“The sound of bells filled the night—not the gentle ringing of the temple bells but a harsh clanging.Jack smelled smoke. He and Annie threw off their mosquito nets and stumbled to the door.Basho was standing in his yard, looking at the dawn sky. It was black with smoke. The bells kept clanging.“Is there a fire?” asked Jack.“Yes,” said Basho. “It must be very big, for the bells do not stop ringing from the watch-tower. This is what we have feared most. I must go and help the firefighters.”“We’ll ...help, too,” said Jack.“No, stay here,” said Basho. He pulled on his socks and sandals, then grabbed a wooden bucket by the door. “If the fire gets close, wade into the river, where you will be safe.”“But we want to help!” said Annie.“Yes, wait for us!” said Jack. He and Annie pulled on their socks and sandals.“Come, then,” said Basho. “But if the fire begins to spread, you must promise to return here to the river.”“We promise!” said Annie.“Then bring the other bucket and follow me,”MoreLess
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