There was a great revolt between the Dolphins
and the Whales. This led to a great war between
them.
When the battle was at its height, a Sprat lifted its head out of the waves and said that he would bring together their differences if they would accept him as an umpire.
One of the Dolphins replied, "We would far
rather be destroyed in our battle with each
other than admit any interference from you in
our affairs."