You may imagine their joy.
After he had been introduced to Napoleon, they sat down to think what had best be done.
"I wish I could help you," said Napoleon, "but I am a watch dog and a watch dog may never shirk his duty. I never leave these grounds, for I love my master."
"You have been very kind," said Sweetclover, "and I'm sure we are grateful to you."
"I'll tell you what I can do," said Napoleon, whose forehead wrinkled as he thought, "I can introduce you to a great bird that lives in a field back of me. She is the South American condor and I'm sure she will be able to carry you somewhere."
"All of us?" asked Kernel Cob.
"Why, yes, indeed," replied Napoleon, "she is about ten times as big as you and very strong."
"Oh, goodie," said Sweetclover, "where is she?"
"Over there," answered Napoleon. "Just say I sent you and she will do anything for you."
So, after thanking Napoleon for his kindness, they walked in the direction he had given them and soon came to a great haystack on the top of which was a large nest.