A young kid was returning from the pasture on day when he was seen by a wolf. The wolf began to chase the helpless kid, who soon realized that he could not escape. The kid stopped running and when the wolf came near he said, ” I know , dear wolf, that I am now your prey. But if my life must be short I want to be merry. Will you play me a tune so that I may dance before I die?”

The wolf took out his little pipe and played a merry tune while the kid danced on his two hind legs. Across the field the dogs heard the music and ran up to see what was going on. Seeing the dogs, the foolish wolf ran away as fast as his legs could carry him, leaving the kid behind.

Moral: He who plays the fool should not be surprised if he misses the prize.