"that can be put to the test," said the hedgehog. "i wager that if we run a race, i will outstrip you." "that is ridiculous! you with your short legs!" said the hare, "but for my part i am willing, if you have such a monstrous fancy for it. what shall we wager?" "a golden louis-d’or and a bottle of brandy," said the hedgehog. "done," said the hare. "shake hands on it, and then we may as well come off at once."