Dorothy and her companions kept walking through the thick forest for a long time. Every now and then a deep growl echoed from within the woods, sounding like a wild animal. Dorothy grew nervous, especially for Toto’s safety. Suddenly, a great lion leapt out from behind the bushes! With one blow, he knocked the Scarecrow down and then opened his mouth to bite Toto. But brave Dorothy stepped forward, slapped the lion on the nose, and warned him not to hurt her dog. Who is this mighty lion, and how will he behave with Dorothy and her friends? Could it be that he, too, wishes to go to the Emerald City, and if so, what does he hope to ask from Oz? Read this amusing part to discover the truth about the Cowardly Lion.
