A Dog and a Cock, who were
neighbors,
once made a little journey
together.
When night came on, the Cock flew up into
the branches of a tree, to sleep; and the Dog
found a hollow in the trunk, into which he
could creep and lie down. They slept
well,
and as soon as the morning dawned, the Cock,
as usual, began to crow.
A Fox, hearing the sound and thinking he
was sure of a good breakfast, came and stood
under the branches. "Good morning," said he
to the Cock. "How glad I am to
make the
acquaintance of the owner of
such a voice.
Will you not come down here where we
can
chat a little?"
"Thank you, but I cannot just yet,"
replied
the Cock; "but if you would like to come up
here, go around the tree-trunk, and wake my
servant. He will open the door, and let you
in."
The Fox did as he was requested; but, as
he approached the tree, the Dog sprang upon
him, and tore him to pieces.
"Two can play at the same game," said the
Cock, as he looked down upon the scene.
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