XX. Humorous Writings: 1289.

XX. Humorous Writings: 1289.

1289.

An old man was publicly casting contempt on a young one, and boldly showing that he did not fear him; on which the young man replied that his advanced age served him better as a shield than either his tongue or his strength.

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