Yes it is,' said the Professor. 'Waitâ€”' he motioned to Richard, who was about to go out again and investigateâ€” 'let it be. It won't be long.'

Richard stared in disbelief. 'You say there's a horse in your bathroom, and all you can do is stand there naming Beatles songs?'

The Professor looked blankly at him.

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