Said the first cat, black as tar: “I’m the prettiest by far.”
Said the white one in reply: “I’m lovelier. Need you ask why?” 4
Meow!
Meow-yow!
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The black-as-tar cat was insulted.
The white-as-whitewash slighted, too. 6
With bristled fur, tails in the air, They gave each other icy stares
So black-as-tar and white-as-whitewash Parted ways to pout and brood. 7