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The Unforgiving Monkey The Unforgiving Monkey Long ago, in a beautiful kingdom filled with gardens, tall trees, and golden palaces, there lived a king named Mohan. King Mohan had two young sons who loved animals very much. One day, they decided to keep a large group of monkeys as their royal pets. The monkeys lived inside the palace gardens. They were given the finest fruits, sweet foods, and fresh water every day. Servants cleaned their resting places and took care of them like princes. Because the monkeys did not have to work or search for food, they became lazy and very fat. They played all day and enjoyed a life of comfort. Among these monkeys, there was one very special monkey. He was the   Chief of the Monkeys . He was old, wise, and very intelligent. He had learned many things by watching humans and listening to scholars who visited the palace. He believed in wisdom, hard work, and careful thinking. Every day, the chief monkey tried to teach the other monkeys important l...

The Three Fish: A Panchatantra Story | Adaptation and Survival The Three Fish and the Danger of Not Adapting to Change Once upon a time, there was a   beautiful lake . The water was clear and blue, and tall green trees grew all around it. Birds sang sweet songs every morning, and soft wind touched the water gently. Many small plants grew under the water, and the lake was full of life. In this lovely lake lived   three big fish . They were best friends, but they were very different from each other. The   first fish   was very   wise . He always thought carefully before doing anything. He believed in planning ahead and making smart choices. Other fish respected him and often came to him for advice. The   second fish   was very   clever and resourceful . He was good at solving problems quickly. He believed that if trouble came, he could use his mind to escape. He was brave and confident. The   third fish   believed stro...

The Mice That Ate Iron: A Tale of Deception and Retribution Once upon a time, there was a small, peaceful village. In this village lived a rich merchant named   Nami . Nami was kind and hardworking. He had a friend named   Bindo , who was clever but sometimes a little greedy. Everyone in the village knew Bindo for his smart tricks, but they also knew he could be dishonest if it helped him. Nami’s business was doing very well. He had many goods to sell, and people from nearby villages came to buy from him. But one year, bad luck came. A storm ruined his goods, and he lost almost everything. Nami had to sell all his houses, carts, and even his animals to pay the money he owed. At the end, all Nami had left was a   heavy iron beam . It was very strong and heavy. He decided to leave it with his friend Bindo for safekeeping. He said to Bindo, "Bindo, please keep this iron beam safe for me. I have to go far away to find new work. One day, I will return, and I will ask for it ba...

The Clever Fox and the Tricky Lion: A Kids' Story The Clever Fox and the Tricky Lion Once upon a time, in a big, green jungle, there lived an old lion. This lion was once very strong and proud, but now he had grown weak. His body hurt all the time, his legs shook, and he could not run fast like he used to. Hunting for food had become very hard for him. Every time he tried to catch an animal, he would get tired quickly and return to his den with an empty stomach. The lion was very hungry one morning. He walked slowly through the jungle, looking for something easy to eat. “Oh, how I wish I were young and strong again,” the lion sighed. “Food is so hard to catch now. Maybe today I will find something I can eat without too much trouble.” As he walked, the lion noticed a dark cave hidden behind some trees. The mouth of the cave looked quiet and empty. “Ah! Maybe I can rest here for a while,” the lion thought. He stepped closer and peeked inside. The cave was d...

Madku's Revenge: A Story of Frogs and Serpents Once upon a time, deep in a dark, quiet well, lived   Madku , the king of frogs. He was not just any frog—he was wise, brave, and loved by many. The well was his kingdom, and many frogs lived there with him. His family and friends were all part of his little frog kingdom. But not everything was peaceful. Some of Madku’s relatives were jealous of him. They wanted to be the king instead. They whispered among themselves and planned to take over the throne. One sunny morning, Madku noticed something strange. His relatives were acting sneaky and secretive. He thought, “Hmm… I think they are planning something bad. They might want to take my throne!” Madku wanted to stop them, but he didn’t want to fight. So he gave them gifts—shiny pebbles, fresh water, and tasty insects. His relatives took the gifts and smiled, but inside, Madku knew they were still angry and jealous. Deep down, Madku felt upset. He wanted to teach them a lesson. He wanted...