One cold stormy day a Goatherd drove his Goats for shelter into a cave, where a number of Wild Goats had also found their way. No matter how hard he tries, he cannot leave home. His pride was hurt. You have reason to complain, said the Oak. They fought until one of them was beaten and crawled off to a corner to hide. The finest in the whole country, said the crafty Fox, jump in and try it, There is more than enough for both of us. You can be as well-fed as I am if you want to, replied the Dog. Thank you, said Master Fox sweetly, as he walked off Though it is cracked, you have a voice sure enough. But where are your wits?
An act of kindness is well repaid.