The Weasels and the Mice were always up in arms against each other. When the wind blew, the great Oak stood proudly upright with its hundred arms uplifted to the sky. The Wolf saw the wisdom of the advice, for he wanted to enjoy his meal without any danger of choking. The Dogs in the neighborhood noticed him carrying the basket and soon discovered what was in it. Perhaps you see the mark of the collar to which my chain is fastened. I wish he had stung you! Had it not been for the Dolphins, who at that time were very friendly toward mankind and especially toward Athenians, all would have perished. Under his kindly appearance, he bears a grudge against every one of us. Once they decided to die rather than live in such misery. I am of just as much importance, and But just then the royal Cat spied him, and the next instant, the Rat knew he was not quite so important as an Elephant.
Foolish curiosity and vanity often lead to misfortune.