The Wasps the Partridges and the Farmer

The Wasps and the Partridges, overcome with thirst, approached a Farmer and pleaded with him for some water to drink. They promised to repay him amply for the favor they were asking.

The Partridges declared that they would dig around his vines to help them produce finer grapes. Meanwhile, the Wasps chimed in, saying they would keep watch over his property and drive away any thieves with their stings.

However, the Farmer interrupted them, saying, "I already have two oxen who, without making any promises, do all these things. It is surely better for me to give the water to them than to you."

In this way, the Farmer prioritized reliability over empty promises, demonstrating that actions speak louder than words.