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and his reputation of wisdom more frequent
with his companions; and therefore to work
so as he might win the day, which would be
an eternal monument to him and his family for
ever.

To this the fox answered, ‘My best aunt,
assure yourself I will do my best, and not for-
get a tittle of your counsel. I doubt not but
my friends shall reap honour and my foes
shame by my actions.’ To this the ape said
amen, and so departed.