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The Pieman. Hello! Didn't you hear the knock?

Snow White. I'm sorry, but I can't let you in.

The Pieman. Oh, cooking, I see. Just ready to mix, eh? That's my line of business; baker—pies, all kinds. [He chants rapidly.]

Pumpkin, custard, veal-and-ham,
Chocolate, lemon, squash and lamb,
Gooseberry, blueberry, peach and quince,
Chicken, cocoanut, apple, mince.

Snow White. I really don't want any, thank you.

The Pieman. Of course not. No good cook would ever eat a baker's pie; and you are a good cook.

Snow White. [A little flattered.] Well, I've had some experience.

The Pieman. I can tell that by the hitch of your apron. Now my specialty is apple pies, and . . .