A Fox and a Leopard, resting lazily after a generous dinner, amused themselves by disputing about their good looks. At last they paid no attention whatever to the Farmer. When the work of plowing was done, they patiently watched him sow the seed. You should have seen him, On top of his head and in front of his neck hung pieces of raw red meat. The Ass did not dislike being carried, but so many people came up to point at him and laugh and shout, that he began to kick and bray, and then, just as they were crossing a bridge, the ropes that held him gave way, and down he tumbled into the river. It is clear, said the Judge, who made the comb and who could not have made it. Have you heard the wonderful news? cried the Fox in a very joyful and excited manner. Very well, he said, you divide the rest.
Do not listen to the advice of him who seeks to lower you to his own level.