Hercule’s whiskers drooped. He dropped

to his knees and clasped his paws together.

“Okay, I lied about my BIRTHDAY. I’ll tell you the truth — I need your help!”

Now I had no choice! my friend needed

me!

“The biggest case ever has fallen right in

my lap, and I can’t solve it alone. Will you come to Hawaii and help me? Please?”

I sighed. I couldn’t say no to that! So I

nodded. “Okay . . . I will help you!”

Please!

Okay

.

.

.

I

will

help

you!

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