Paddington Here and Now by Michael Bond

Author:Michael Bond [Bond, Michael]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi, pdf
ISBN: 9780061947711
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Published: 2009-06-09T07:00:00+00:00

Mr. Curry gazed around the Browns’ living room as he made himself comfortable in Mr. Brown’s favorite armchair. Having helped himself liberally from a bowl of chocolates, he gave a shiver and then stood up again.

“I think I’ll move nearer the fire,” he said. “I got cold standing outside.”

Much to everyone’s dismay he looked all set for the rest of the evening.

“Now, bear,” he said, addressing Paddington. “It’s my turn. Seeing as you have kindly invited me to your party, I have a poem for you.

“You mentioned something just now about having some stir fry…so first of all, trick or treat, give me some of that to eat!”

Mrs. Bird pursed her lips, but before she had time to say anything Paddington jumped to his feet. “Don’t worry, Mrs. Bird,” he called, as he hurried out of the room. “Leave it to me.”

It wasn’t long before he returned carrying a large bowl and a spoon on a tray.

Mr. Curry scooped up the last of the chocolates and placed them inside his jacket pocket before turning his attention to Paddington’s offering.

“You cannot say I do not try,” said Paddington. “I’ll give it to you, then I must fly.”

“Thank you, bear,” said Mr. Curry, licking his lips. And without further ado, he grabbed the spoon and began attacking the bowl.

Paddington waited until the Browns’ neighbor had finished his second mouthful and was visibly slowing down. “I’m afraid it’s a bit chewy,” he said. “It’s a special Halloween recipe.”

“Most unusual,” said Mr. Curry. “I’ve never had anything quite like it before. Aren’t you having any, bear?”

“I don’t think so, Mr. Curry,” said Paddington. “Thank you very much. My Aunt Lucy always told me never to swallow flies. It’s a bit difficult in Darkest Peru. They have a lot of them there. She had to keep her jars covered whenever she was making marmalade in case some went in. They’re supposed to make you go thin.”

Mr. Curry gave a snort. “Nonsense!” he barked. “That’s an old wives’ tale if ever I heard one. Besides, what’s that got to do with—?” He broke off, the spoon halfway to his mouth. “Why are you telling me that, bear?”

“I thought you might be interested,” said Paddington innocently. “I did give your bowl a good stir before I brought it in.”

Mr. Curry jumped to his feet. “Bear!” he bellowed.

“Are you trying to tell me I’ve been eating…stirred flies?”

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