A count who was the leader of a rebel movement was thrown into prison.
The King confronted him and demanded to know the names of the other rebels.
The count refused to revel their identities, even under torture. "Behead him"! the king ordered.
The count was dragged to the place of execution. "If you tell me the names I want, I will spare you". said the King. The count still said no.
"Proceed," the King ordered.
The executioner made his move. At that moment, the count's nerve broke. "Wait, wait! I'll tell yo..." But it was too late. The axe had done it's work.
Furious, the King turned to the executioner and yelled, "How often have I told you! Never hatchet your counts before they chicken?"
(Stu)
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