A hungry lion pledged not to harm a cunning fox if he helped trap an ass for the lion’s meal. Eager for such a friendship with powerful lion, the fox tricked the ass into falling into a deep pit. The lion then seized the helpless ass, and to the fox’s horror, turned upon him next. As the sharp-toothed lion advanced, the panicking fox pleaded “I kept my word! Please spare me!” But the lion roared “Villains deserve no mercy!” as he devoured the fox as well.
What principles and lessons can be learned from the above stories?
Beware wolves in friends’ clothing. Treachery and empty promises will end only in ruin for all.
