A Shepherd Boy tended his master's Sheep near a dark forest not far from the village. Yes, yes, replied the Monkey.Indeed, I do. I am with him constantly. Constancy! laughed the Butterfly. I had no sooner left you than I saw Zephyr kissing you. The poor Jackdaw returned sadly to his former companions. To find the thief I offered to sacrifice a fat Calf. Far into the sky he soared trying to shake off his enemy. The Beasts, too, had cause for fight. But he was generous and finally let the Mouse go. If any of you have any claim to the part that is left, he growled, stretching his claws meaningly, now is the time to speak up.
A small gain is worth more than a large promise.