Furious, Anansi went and reported the theft to the chief.
But Vulture said to the chief and his elders, “How could anyone leave a basket full of money and maize unguarded on the road?”
“But I was watching my basket,” said Anansi. “It’s my money and my maize!”
“I was sheltering the basket with my wings when you came out from nowhere and said it was yours!” replied Vulture.