at the sound of the young man's steps.
on the morning of the sixth day
the exercise was changed
slightly--
slightly for instead of beating
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the dog for his lack of response
the gentleman carefully unsheathed his knife
and slit the dog's throat.
on the morning of the seventh day
the smell had filled the room
nicely--
nicely for the monkey who
saluted without hesitation
when the trainer opened the door
and squinted at the morning light.