Bear. I have not seen you for a long time. Where are you living?
Fox. I am living with Ivan. I am his servant.
Bear. Who is Ivan?
Fox. He is the owner of this forest.
Bear. May I go with you and see him?
Fox. Yes, but you must promise to bring a cow with you or Ivan will eat you.
Bear. I will go and get one. (Leaves the fox and hunts for a cow.)
The Fox returns to the house and enters
Cat. Did you bring me something to eat?