While I was down on the track waiting for Condon Duck at the pit stop Jilly was up in the press box, or rather in the next-door box that the Beastburg Gazette owns. She had been invited by Condon's sister-in-law, Melba, who is in favour with the great editor, Leo Lion, at the moment. She is on the Celebrity Desk.
Melba was there with her three chicks, nervously trying to keep them quiet in case her emplyer decided to throw them all out. This is something he is entirely capable of. He is well known to have very little patience with any young creatures, including Ducklings. When Leo Lion is at the races he is there to relax and enjoy his luxurious box.
Later on Jilly told me about her conversation with him.
“Who are you rooting for?! Asked Jilly.
“I don't need to root for anybody,” said the great Lion. “I'm a winner in today's race, whatever the outcome.”
“How is that?” asked Jilly.
“I have effectively fixed the race by making sure the results come in before my afternoon paper is put to bed. That's all that matters to me.” And then Leo gave her his Leonine grin.
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