Translated from by René Goscinny

For accurate and full translations, I recommend consulting published English versions of "Le Petit Nicolas" or similar resources.

Dad laughed. “Yes, well, maybe a bit too expensive. And besides, she already has mine when she needs it. What else?”

The series consists of 24 volumes, first published between 1960 and 2002. The English translation was published by various companies, including Candlewick Press and Europa Editions.

. The story follows young Nicolas as he adopts a stray dog, initially naming it Rex, who causes chaos before its rightful owner arrives.

The story above is a fictional piece inspired by the style of "Le Petit Nicolas." For a direct translation of a specific "Le Petit Nicolas" book or piece, more details would be required.