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"How Don Was Saved" is a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery that follows the adventures of a young boy named Don, who finds himself in a perilous situation. Set in the picturesque backdrop of the author's beloved Prince Edward Island, the story explores themes of bravery, friendship, and the importance of community. Through the eyes of Don and his companions, Montgomery weaves a tale that highlights the innocence of childhood and the transformative power of love and support in overcoming challenges. It is a charming narrative that reflects the author's signature style and deep appreciation for nature and human connection.

• Short story

								

never killed a sheep of mine--he couldn't! And if he did I don't care!
He's welcome to kill them all, if nothing but mutton'll serve his
turn."

Curtis walked home with a glad heart. Mr. Locksley heard old Paul's
message with a smile. He, too, had been touched by Don's splendid
feat.

"Well, Curtis, I'm very glad that it has turned old Paul in his
favour. But we must shut Don up for a week or so, no matter how hard
he takes it. You can see that for yourself. After all, he might have
worried the sheep. And, anyway, he must be broken of his intimacy with
Ventnor's dog."

Curtis acknowledged the justice of this and poor Don was tied up
again. His captivity was not long, however, for Ventnor's dog was soon
shot. When Don was released, Curtis had an anxious time for a week or
two. But no more sheep were worried, and Don's innocence was
triumphantly established. As for old Paul Stockton, it seemed as if
he could not do enough for Curtis and Don. His ancient grudge against
the Locksleys was completely forgotten, and from that date he was a
firm friend of Curtis. In regard to Don, old Paul would say:

"Why, there never was such a dog before, sir, never! He just talks
with his eyes, that dog does. And if you'd just 'a' seen him swimming
out to that schooner! Bones? Yes, sir! Every time that dog comes here
he's to get the best bones we've got for him--and more'n bones, too.
That dog's a hero, sir, that's what he is!"
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