It happened once upon a time that a certain Greek ship bound for Athens was wrecked off the coast close to Piraeus, the port of Athens. But the Dog seemed to be very proud of the clog and dragged it about noisily as if he wished to attract everybody's attention. My father certainly was a full-blooded racer, he said. I feel highly flattered, kind sir, replied the Cock slyly. In every battle the Weasels carried off the victory, as well as a large number of the Mice, which they ate for dinner next day. But the Eagle pounced upon her prey, the sweep of her great wings tumbling the Beetle a dozen feet away. Besides, the animals found it hard to keep their toes from under his heavy hoofs. Now a fine young Perch swam near. Now show us how far you can jump.
Those who seek to harm others often come to harm themselves through their own deceit.