The Cat and the Mouse in Partnership: Once upon a time, a cat and a mouse decided to live together to share the work and expenses. They agreed to be partners in friendship and in keeping house. As winter was approaching, they knew they needed to stock up on food to survive the cold months. They went to the market and bought a large pot of fat, which they hid for safety behind the altar in the local church, agreeing not to touch it until they absolutely needed it. Brainly.in +3However, the cat was greedy and soon craved the fat. She approached the mouse and said, "I have been asked to be a godmother to my cousin's new baby. I must go to the christening today. Please take care of the house alone." The mouse, trusting her partner, agreed. University of Pittsburgh +1The cat went straight to the church and ate the top layer of the fat. When she returned home, the mouse asked what the child was named. "Top-off," answered the cat. The mouse thought this was a strange name but did not question it further. University of Pittsburgh +3Soon, the cat wanted more. She made the same excuse and returned to the church, eating half of the pot. When she returned, she told the mouse the new baby was named "Half-gone". Brainly.in +1A third time, the cat repeated the act, finishing the rest of the fat. This time, she told the mouse the baby was named "All-gone". +1When winter came and food became scarce, the mouse suggested they go get their pot of fat. When they arrived at the church, they found the pot empty. The mouse realized the deception and said, "Now I understand! First Top-off, then Half-gone, and finally All-gone!" "Be silent!" yelled the cat. "If you say another word, I will eat you too!" The poor mouse said "All-gone," and the cat immediately jumped on her and swallowed her whole.
Moral: Trusting a greedy or dishonest partner is dangerous, as they will only look out for themselves.