The Lost Princess Of Oz

pretty to look at. As a man I was ambitious and cruel, while as a dove I can be content with my lot and happy in my simple life. I have learned to love the free and independent life of a bird, and I'd rather not change back.'

'Just as you like, Ugu,' said Dorothy, resuming her seat. 'Perhaps you are right, for you're certainly a better dove than you were a man, and if you should ever backslide an' feel wicked again, you couldn't do much harm as a gray dove.'

'Then you forgive me for all the trouble I caused you?' he asked earnestly.

'Of course. Anyone who's sorry just has to be forgiven.'

'Thank you,' said the gray dove, and flew away again.