Charlie Turns Into a T-Rex by Sam Copeland

Author:Sam Copeland [Copeland, Sam]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9780241346266
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK
Published: 2019-08-19T00:00:00+00:00

Mohsen and Wogan immediately began nodding their heads as vigorously as they could, edging backwards nervously as they did so.

‘That’s better,’ said Flora. ‘What I was about to say was that I think Charlie’s mum was the key. When Charlie was by himself, he started forgetting who he was. But when his mum called, her voice reminded him that she was there. And so she reminded Charlie of who he was. Who loves him and who he loves. It was the same when you changed into a skunk, Charlie. You didn’t forget who you were because you were with your friends. And because friends are part of who we are.’

‘So, how does that help us?’ Charlie asked.

‘Charlie!’ said Mohsen. ‘Don’t interrupt her! Please!’

‘You forgot who you were, Charlie, because you felt you were by yourself. You need to learn to be strong in yourself, no matter if you’re completely alone. And until then, we’re here for you. You are not to change unless one of us is with you. I think you’re safe to change then. So as long as we stick together at the break-in I reckon you’ll be OK.’

‘You see!’ said Mohsen. ‘Every time she pulls it out the bag. But hang on … What about Dylan? He knows what we’re planning now, thanks to bladdermouth over there.’

‘I think you mean blabbermouth, Mohsen. Anyway, well, we’ll just have to deal with Dylan if necessary,’ replied Flora solemnly.

‘OK. So … are we back on for the breaking in and the stealing the gold and the saving of the McGuffin house just in time for Christmas?’ Wogan asked, looking pointedly at Charlie.

Charlie looked out of the window, his brow furrowed in concentration. The friends hardly dared breathe waiting for his answer.

‘OK,’ Charlie finally said. ‘We’re back on.’

‘Yes!’

‘Awesome!’

‘Well done, Charlie,’ said Flora, smiling. ‘You’re the best!’

‘OK, then,’ said Charlie quickly, trying to hide a blush. ‘What’s the plan?’

‘Right,’ said Flora. ‘Here it is. We meet first thing Saturday morning –’

‘Whoa, whoa, whoa,’ said Wogan, holding his hand up. ‘Hold on there. I can’t do Saturday morning. I’ve got the Mermaid Club Christmas party.’

‘Mermaid Club?’ asked Flora flatly.

‘Mermaid Club?’ asked Charlie even more flatly.

‘A club … for mermaids?’ asked Mohsen. ‘But … you’re not a mermaid.’

‘It’s not a club for mermaids. It’s for people who like mermaids,’ said Wogan.

‘Since when do you like mermaids?’ asked Mohsen.

‘Oh, since ages ago,’ replied Wogan. ‘What’s not to like? You know, I like their … their … slipperiness. And stuff.’

‘Slipperiness?’ replied Mohsen.

‘Mmm-hmm,’ said Wogan uncertainly.

‘And would a certain Daisy be attending this Mermaid Club?’

‘Perhaps. But I really don’t see what that has –’

‘And are there actually any other members of the Mermaid Club apart from you and Daisy?’ continued Mohsen.

‘I am uncertain of the membership take-up as yet.’

‘Yes, well, anyway,’ said Flora, ignoring him. ‘Saturday afternoon? Can you do that?’

Wogan nodded his head.

‘It’s not going to affect your love life?’ asked Flora.

Wogan shook his head.

‘OK, then. That’s settled. So, here’s the plan. Get dressed in completely

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