One bright evening as the sun was sinking on a glorious world a wise old Cock flew into a tree to roost. But the Beetle buzzed about Jupiter's head, and made him rise to drive her away; and the eggs rolled from his lap. This Dog was a favorite and received many a pat and kind word from his Master, as well as choice bits from his plate. Picking up some small pebbles, he dropped them into the pitcher one by one. Not a drop of soup could he get, But the Fox lapped it up easily, and, to increase the disappointment of the Stork, made a great show of enjoyment. The Goatherd tried to call it back, but in vain. Just then a Weasel came by, He understood the situation quickly. Piraeus is my very best friend. As the days passed, the wheat stalks grew tall and the young birds, too, grew in strength. You may have luxuries and dainties that I have not, she said as she hurried away, but I prefer my plain food and simple life in the country with the peace and security that go with it.
The wise do not let themselves be tricked a second time.