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209.The Lion and the Dolphin

A LION was roaming by the seashore when he saw a dolphin lift up its head out of the waves. The lion suggested that the two of them became allied, saying that of all the animals they ought to be the best friends, since the one was the king of beasts on the earth, and the other was the sovereign ruler of all who lived in the sea. The dolphin gladly agreed.

Not long afterwards the lion had a combat with a wild bull, and called on the dolphin to help him. The dolphin, though quite willing to assist the lion, was unable to do so, as he could not by any means reach the land.

The lion abused him as a traitor, but the dolphin replied, “Nay, my friend, don’t blame it on me, but Nature: While giving me the sovereignty of the sea, she quite denied me the power of living on the land.”

A hint is as good as a kick.