It was just like Big Clay's so I could return his. Clay spoke up and he sounded grumpy. Can you just call me Clay? he said. I'm so tired of being 'Big Clay.' Little Clay paused. Okay. But you'll have to call me Melody. Melody?
In "The Mystery at the Calgary Stampede" by Gertrude Chandler Warner, a character named Little Clay expresses a familiarity with Big Clay by stating that he could return his belongings. This prompts Big Clay, feeling somewhat irritable, to request that he be called simply "Clay" instead of "Big Clay," indicating his desire for a more personal identity. Little Clay agrees to this request but insists on being called "Melody" himself, highlighting their playful interaction and the importance of names in their relationship. This moment reflects their growing camaraderie, setting the tone for their adventure at the Calgary Stampede.
In "The Mystery at the Calgary Stampede" by Gertrude Chandler Warner, a character named Little Clay expresses a familiarity with Big Clay by stating that he could return his belongings. This prompts Big Clay, feeling somewhat irritable, to request that he be called simply "Clay" instead of "Big Clay," indicating his desire for a more personal identity.
Little Clay agrees to this request but insists on being called "Melody" himself, highlighting their playful interaction and the importance of names in their relationship. This moment reflects their growing camaraderie, setting the tone for their adventure at the Calgary Stampede.
