A Lion had been watching three Bullocks feeding in an open field. He could see his stall at the foot of the mountain, and to him the quickest way down seemed to be over the edge of the nearest cliff. Now he sat down and looked at the grapes in disgust. asked the Kite. The Lion was much amused to think that a Mouse could ever help him. I want to get married, replied the Eagle, and I can't find a mate who can provide for me as I should like. Yes, indeed, answered the Lion, and if I had not known you and your kind I should certainly have run, too.
Expect no reward for serving the wicked.