The Wise Frog and the Cunning Snake

    By Vandana

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    02 Mar, 2024

    a frog sitting on a rock in a forest with flowers and butterflies around it, with a bright light coming from behind it, fantasy art, a digital painting, Chris LaBrooy, magic the gathering artwork

    Once upon a time, in a dense and lush forest, there lived a wise and kind frog. Known far and wide, he spent his days hopping around the forest, helping his fellow animals and sharing his wisdom.

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    One day, as Frog was sitting by a tranquil pond, a snake slithered towards him. He had heard tales of this snake's cunning and deceitful nature, but greeted him politely nonetheless.

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    Snake told Frog that he was lost and needed help finding his way back home. Frog, being the kind creature he was, agreed to guide Snake through the forest.

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    As they journeyed together, Frog helped Snake navigate through the thick foliage, showing him the safe paths and the ones to avoid.

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    Snake, however, had other plans. He thought of tricking Frog to lead him to the most abundant part of the forest where he could feast on smaller animals.

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    But Frog, with his wisdom, saw through Snake's intentions. He decided to teach Snake a lesson about honesty and kindness.

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    So, Frog took Snake on a different path, one that led to a part of the forest where only the toughest animals lived.

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    Snake was unaware of this and happily followed Frog, believing he would soon reach a plentiful hunting ground.

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    When they reached the harsh part of the forest, Snake was surprised. He saw large, ferocious animals around and realized he had been tricked.

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    Frog turned to Snake and said, "This is what happens when you try to be cunning and deceitful. Always be honest and kind."

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    Snake felt ashamed and realized his mistake. He apologized to Frog and promised to change his ways.

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    Frog, being kind-hearted, forgave Snake and guided him back to his actual home, teaching him about the importance of honesty and kindness along the way.

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    From that day onwards, Snake changed his behavior. He stopped being cunning and started helping other animals, just like Frog.

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    The other animals in the forest noticed this change and were surprised. They appreciated Snake's transformation and thanked Frog for his wise action.

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    This taught all the animals in the forest a valuable lesson about the importance of honesty, kindness, and helping others.

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    Frog, with his wisdom and kindness, not only helped Snake find his way home but also helped him find a better path in life.

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    And Snake, who once was cunning and deceitful, turned into a creature that was kind and helpful, thanks to Frog.

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    From then on, the forest was a happier place. The animals lived in harmony, helping each other and sharing the wisdom that Frog had imparted.

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    Frog continued to live his life, hopping around the forest, sharing his wisdom, and helping anyone who needed it.

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    And every animal in the forest, including Snake, remembered Frog's words: "Always be honest and kind." This became the guiding principle in their lives.

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    So, in this dense and lush forest, the wise Frog and the once cunning Snake lived, teaching everyone the importance of honesty, kindness, and wisdom.

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    This tale of the wise Frog and the cunning Snake serves as a reminder to us all - that kindness and honesty always triumph over deceit and cunning.

    The Wise Frog and the Cunning Snake