Beetle Power!. Joe Miller

      Zap’s tummy did a nervous flip. “It’s Spinner, isn’t it?” he said.

      “Shh!” said Lurch. He nodded slowly. “Yes, it’s Spinner. Those dark spots are spider poo.”

      Zap’s wings drooped – this was terrible news.

      “Are you s-sure?” said Crunch, his big claws clattering together.

      “If there’s one thing I’m sure about,” said Lurch, “it’s poo.”

      “I knew he’d be back,” said Zap.

      “It’s not just Spinner,” said Lurch. “With this much poo, he must have an army of spiders with him!”

      “We need to tell Gonzo,” said Zap, flapping his wings. “Right now!”

      Zap spotted the wise grasshopper sitting on his rock. He landed next to Gonzo, his friends following close behind.

      “We’ve got some news for you,” he said gravely. “Spinner’s back.”

      Gonzo nodded his head, slowly. He didn’t look surprised.

      I wasn’t the only one who expected Spinner to return, Zap thought.

      “And he’s got squillions of other spiders with him,” said Lurch. “There’s spider poo everywhere.”

      “Look – it’s all around your rock,” said Crunch, inspecting the slab that Gonzo was sat on. “We’re in danger!”