The Wolf in Sheep's Skin

    By Sachin Gupta

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    10 Apr, 2024

    a herd of sheep grazing in a field next to a barn and trees with a sky background and a barn in the distance, les automatistes, a comic book panel, Asaf Hanuka, comic cover art

    Once upon a time, a cunning wolf lived near a peaceful farm. The wolf would sit at a distance, yearning to feast on the farm's sheep. The sheep were naive, following anyone who led them.

    a man standing in a field with a herd of sheep behind him and a tree in the background with a barn in the background, synthetism, a comic book panel, Asaf Hanuka, graphic novel

    One day, the wolf attempted to lure the sheep. However, the sheep, afraid of the wolf, cried out. The farmer, not too far away, rushed to their rescue, forcing the wolf to retreat.

    a painting of two wolfs in a forest with ferns and trees in the background, with a third wolf standing in the foreground, institutional critique, a storybook illustration, Dan Mumford, detailed illustration

    Next day, the wolf had a cunning plan. He decided to disguise himself as a sheep. He stealthily attacked one sheep, ran away with it, and ate it, conserving its skin to use as a mask.

    a herd of sheep standing on top of a lush green field of grass covered in white sheep standing next to each other, institutional critique, a storybook illustration, Dan Hillier, detailed illustration

    Disguised as a sheep, the wolf returned to the farm. This time, the sheep, unsuspecting, followed the wolf who looked just like them. They were not afraid as they followed him away from the farm.

    a herd of sheep grazing in a field with a tree in the background and mountains in the background, with yellow flowers in the foreground, les automatistes, a storybook illustration, Asaf Hanuka, promotional image

    The sheep followed the wolf, who now looked like a fellow sheep, far away from the farm. The farmer was too far to hear their cries or save them.

    a herd of sheep standing on top of a lush green field next to a forest filled with trees and a dirt road, institutional critique, an illustration of, Art Spiegelman, pj crook

    Suddenly, the wolf revealed his true form, laughing at the sheep's foolishness. Terrified, the sheep cried out, but the farm was too far. The wolf's plan seemed to be working perfectly.

    a man standing in front of a herd of sheep in a field with a group of people behind him, les automatistes, a storybook illustration, Clovis Trouille, graphic novel

    However, that day was a special day for the farmer. He was hosting a party and needed one sheep for the feast. So, he went looking for the fattest sheep in his flock.

    a man with a hammer in front of a herd of animals in a village with a dog and a man with a hat, furry art, a storybook illustration, Dan Mumford, western comic book art

    The farmer spotted the fattest sheep, who was none other than the disguised wolf. Unknowingly, he moved towards the wolf with his sharp axe.

    a man with a hammer is herding sheep in a field with trees and a dog on the other side, les automatistes, a storybook illustration, Art Spiegelman, storybook illustration

    In a swift move, the farmer swung his axe. With a shocked yelp, the wolf's laughter stopped abruptly. The farmer had unknowingly saved his sheep from the cunning wolf.

    a man in a hat and overalls is walking among a herd of sheep in a field with a barn, american scene painting, a storybook illustration, F Scott Hess, official art

    The sheep, now safe, returned to the farm, unaware of the danger they had been in. The farmer, still oblivious to what he had done, was happy to have found the 'fattest sheep' for his party.

    a man standing in front of a herd of sheep in a barn with lights on the ceiling and a ceiling fan, context art, a storybook illustration, Brian Bolland, comic cover art

    That evening, the farmer's party was a hit. The guests complimented him on the 'mutton', little knowing that they were feasting on the cunning wolf who had tried to deceive the innocent sheep.

    a painting of a man herding sheep in a field with a barn and a full moon in the background, american scene painting, poster art, Dan Mumford, poster

    And so, the sheep continued their peaceful existence on the farm, while the wolf, who tried to disguise himself, paid the price for his cunningness. It was a peaceful night at the farm.

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