The Cursed Goose

    By Indigo

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    11 Aug, 2023

    In a world humans can't comprehend, where gods and creatures of whimsy exist, a rather peculiar being known as Indigo held sway. This 11-year-old god bore an uncanny resemblance to a goose and even inherited some of its characteristics.

    Aside from her unique appearance, Indigo possessed a power like no other. She could curse humans to lay eggs for the rest of their lives, gradually transforming into a chicken.

    Indigo’s power was not one borne out of cruelty, rather she was a protector. It was only when an animal was wronged, that she cursed the responsible humans.

    As Indigo's champion for animal rights, she had a menagerie of faithful creatures around her. Her most loyal companions were the large cats who stayed by her side, watching over her.

    Indigo, in spite of her age and stature, had a strong sense of justice. Although young, her intelligence and childlike perspective often caught her adversaries off guard.

    One day, news reached Indigo of a farmer who mistreated his animals. He showed no mercy, forcing them to work relentlessly and treating them with disdain.

    This infuriated Indigo. She vowed to teach the cruel farmer a lesson, planning to enact justice on him using her unique curse.

    Concealing herself within her goose form, Indigo flew over to the farmer's field. She watched as the farmer continued with his cruelty, further cementing her resolution.

    Late in the night, Indigo resumed her human form and cast her curse upon the sleeping farmer. She whispered words of change, of eggs, feathers, and oblivion.

    Indigo's curse started to take effect. The farmer began laying eggs. His face showed utter confusion and fear as his body started to gradually transform.

    Indigo returned to her abode, leaving the farmer to discover the effects of her curse. The transformation would not stop until he was a full-fledged chicken.

    The farmer's life became a nightmare. His human memories were fading. He was losing himself, becoming a creature he had once thought of as nothing more than livestock.

    Despite his transformation, his mind clung to his human identity. But the rest of the world started to forget him. The human farmer ceased to exist in their memory.

    The new farmer, a kind-hearted man, found the chicken unlike any other. Every day, it laid eggs! He decided to keep the chicken, unaware of its true identity.

    Standoffish at first, the cursed chicken farmer adapted to his new life. Yet, he held a deep resentment for Indigo, the one who altered his existence forever.

    Back in her home, Indigo closely watched the proceedings. She was happy with the new farmer's kindness but felt a pang of guilt for the cursed one.

    The new farmer's kindness brought joy to the animals. Mistreatment and pain were things of the past. The cruel farmer's absence was a blessing in disguise.

    The cursed farmer began understanding the animals he once tormented. His perspective changed. A newfound respect grew in his heart for the creatures he was now a part of.

    Life continued, though not as he knew it. The cursed farmer got used to laying eggs. He lived among those he once commanded, never to return to his old self.

    In a twist of fate, the cursed farmer found a strange sense of peace in his new existence. He learned how to love the creatures he once viewed as mere tools.

    Indigo, on learning this, felt a sense of satisfaction. Her curse, though harsh, had created a better world for the animals. She felt validated in her actions.

    Time passed in the farm under the watchful eyes of the new farmer, and the secret guardian Indigo. The cruel farmer's curse had become a tale of transformation and enlightenment.

    The cursed farmer had been given a chance to repent and atone for his actions. From a harsh human to a humble chicken, he had learned the true value of life.

    The cycle of cruelty was broken, replaced with kindness and respect. The tale of the Cursed Goose was a reminder of the potential consequences of one's actions.

    Indigo, with her power and wisdom, continued to watch over the world of animals. She was their guardian, their protector, and their avenger. The Cursed Goose, was their salvation.