Fable #64

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One day, a long time ago, an old Miller and his Son were on their way to market with an Ass which they hoped to sell. I will confess all my sins first. But as nothing stirred, all trooped joyfully out to celebrate the death of the Cat. But the Wolf did not try to do any harm. Instead he seemed to be helping the Shepherd take care of the Sheep. Take good care of the house, my son, she said to the Kid, as she carefully latched the door. So intense did the heat become, that the Traveler at last decided to stop for a rest, and as there was no other shade to be found, the Traveler sat down in the shadow of the Ass. A chain!,cried the Wolf. His rival saw the deed, and coming out of his corner, took his place as master of the farmyard.

The same measures will not suit all circumstances.