Reynard the Fox and the Fishermen (2)

Reynard the Fox and the Fishermen (2)

So he stretched himself out in the middle of the road as if he were dead.

He put his feet in the air, closed his eyes and held his breath.



One of the fishermen noticed him and said to his partner, " Let's pick up that fox. That's a good skin, easily gained ! "

They approached Reynard cautiously, touched hi and then turned hi over, certain that he was dead.

Then they estimated the value of his skin.
" We will sell it for three silver pieces, " said one.
" No, we will easily get four silver pieces for it, " said the other.
" Maybe more ー look how white the throat is ! "

They threw Reynard into the back of the cart and continued on their way, talking cheerfully.

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