`` Yes , '' said he , `` they are a long way from here . They are such a long way that I 'm afraid you are too weak to make the journey . If you were quite yourself you could do it nicely , but for one in your condition it is , I fear , altogether too long a journey . '' `` It would n't do any harm to try it , perhaps , '' suggested Reddy , in a hesitating way . `` It is no worse to starve to death in one place than another , and I never was one to give up without trying . If you do n't mind showing me the way , Brother Blacky , I would at least like to try to reach that place where the fat hens are . Of course I can not keep up with you . In fact , I could n't if I were feeling well and strong . Perhaps you can tell me just how to find that place , and then I need n't bother you at all . '' Blacky pretended to be lost in thought while Reddy watched him anxiously . Finally Blacky spoke . `` It certainly makes my heart ache to see you in such a condition , Brother Reddy , '' said he . `` I tell you what I 'll do . You know Crows are famous for flying in a straight line when we want to get to any place in particular . I will fly straight towards that farm where the fat hens are . You follow along as best you can . In your feeble condition it will take you a long time to get anywhere near there . This will give me time to go hunt for my own dinner , and then I will come back until I meet you . After that , I will show you the way . Now I will start along and you follow . ''
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