Why did Custard cry for a nice safe cage? Why is the dragon called “cowardly dragon”?
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Source: TextbookCustard cried for a nice safe cage because he was timid and scared, unlike the other pets who boasted of their bravery. He is called a “cowardly dragon” because, despite being a fierce-looking creature, he was afraid and preferred safety over fights, which seemed unusual for a dragon.
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