Why had he wanted to be rich, or to feel rich? Was he an unhappy mouse before? Didn't he see the King himself often looking sad? Was anyone completely happy?

William Steig
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  1. Oh, Life, I am yours. Whatever it is you want of me, I am ready to give.
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