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Thomas Breaks a Promise

Thomas Makes a Mistake – Thomas made a sincere promise to Sir Topham Hatt, assuring him that he would diligently inspect every single signal on the newly constructed branch line. However, his attention gets diverted by an exciting carnival happening nearby, causing him to completely forget about his important task. As fate would have it, Percy narrowly escapes a dangerous situation on the new line due to a malfunctioning signal light. The question now remains: will Thomas have the courage to confess that he failed to fulfill his duty?

Thomas’s Carnival Distraction – In a moment of excitement and distraction, Thomas unintentionally breaks his promise to Sir Topham Hatt. The allure of a vibrant carnival nearby proves too tempting for our beloved blue engine, causing him to completely overlook the crucial task of checking the signals on the newly established branch line. Unfortunately, this oversight leads to a perilous situation for Percy, who narrowly avoids disaster when he encounters a faulty signal light. Now, the big question arises: will Thomas have the honesty to admit his mistake and take responsibility for his actions?

The Forgotten Promise – Thomas finds himself in a predicament when he forgets about the promise he made to Sir Topham Hatt. With the excitement of a bustling carnival in the air, Thomas’s attention is diverted, causing him to completely neglect his duty of carefully inspecting the signals on the new branch line. Little does he know that his forgetfulness puts Percy in grave danger later that night, as one of the signal lights fails to function properly. The burning question now is whether Thomas will have the integrity to confess his forgetfulness and face the consequences of his actions.

About The Author

Wilbert Vere Awdry, also known as the Rev. W. Awdry, was a well-known English clergyman, railway enthusiast, and beloved children’s author. He is best remembered as the creator of the iconic character Thomas the Tank Engine, who became the star of Awdry’s highly acclaimed Railway Series. Awdry’s journey into the world of storytelling began in 1943 when he invented the captivating characters that would later bring him fame.

Rev. W. Awdry

These characters were initially created to entertain his son Christopher, who was suffering from measles at the time. The first book in the series, titled “The Three Railway Engines,” was published in 1945, marking the beginning of a remarkable literary legacy. Awdry continued to write captivating stories until 1972, resulting in a total of 26 books in The Railway Series. Christopher, inspired by his father’s work, later contributed additional books to the series, ensuring that the enchanting tales of Thomas and his friends would continue to captivate generations of young readers.