A cunning old rat discovered a most tempting piece of cheese in his rounds, placed in a trap. But being well aware that if he touched it, he would get caught.
He slyly sought one of his young friends and, under the mask of friendship, informed him of the prize." I cannot use it myself," said he, "for I have just made a hearty meal."
The inexperienced youngster thanked him with gratitude for the news and needlessly sprang upon the tempting bait; on which the trap closed and instantly destroyed him. His companion, being now entirely secure, quietly ate up the cheese.
Moral: Do not listen to every passer-by.
