Fable #71

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A Dog and a Cock, who were the best of friends, wished very much to see something of the world. The Sheep were easily fooled. They recognized the song the Wolf sings before a feast, and in a moment they were racing back to the pasture. I made him promise not to hurt us, said the Fox. The Frogs hid themselves among the reeds and grasses, thinking the new king to be some fearful giant. They then went to bed in a cozy nest in the hedgerow and slept in quiet and comfort until morning. I am dressed in all the glory of the rainbow, while your feathers are gray as dust! You, in all your pride and strength, have so far resisted their blows. The sweet smell of the honey soon brought a large number of Flies buzzing around. But you gave yourself away with that silly bray.

Industry is itself a treasure.