Fable #331

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A Bull once escaped from a Lion by entering a cave which the Goatherds used to house their flocks in stormy weather and at night. Yes, answered the Fox. But they might not have heard the news. All the animals applauded the Fox loudly. Don't let that keep you at home, urged the Brass Pot. Look, he said, What have you to compare with this? No, said the other, that is not a treasure ship. Then the Stag perceived that the legs of which he was so ashamed would have saved him had it not been for the useless ornaments on his head.

Do not say anything at any time that you would not say at all times.