Book III, Epigram 95: In Naevolum

Naevolus nere salutes first, but replies,
Which the taught crow, himself seldome denies.
Why dost expect this from mee Naevolus?
Since thou art not more great nor good then us?
Both Caesars have rewarded my due praise,
And me to th' priv'ledg of three sons did raise,
I'me read by every mouth, known through the town,
And before death receive my quick renown,
And this is worth your note I'me Tribune too,
And sit where that Oceanus caps you;
How many by great Caesar's grant are made
Free denizons because by me twas prayd?
The number far exceeds thy family,
But thou art buggred Naevolus, feedst high,
Now now thou over-comst me sheere, thus, thus,
Thou art my betters, Salve Naevolus.