86 Results with the "Fable" genre


    • Chapter 40: Poor Ginger Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 40: Poor Ginger brings with it a moment of quiet shock and deep sorrow as Black Beauty encounters a figure from his past in heartbreaking condition. Resting near the stand, Beauty notices a worn cab being pulled by a thin chestnut mare, barely able to lift her legs as she strains against the shafts. Her ribs are visible through her dull coat, and her knees look swollen and stiff with overuse. There is no grace left in her step, only the trembling of a body pushed far beyond its strength. The mare…
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      The Old House

      The Old House Cover
      by LovelyMay The Old House stood across a cobbled street, dark and leaning slightly, yet brimming with silent stories and faded grandeur. In it lived an elderly man, alone but not forgotten, who had drawn the attention of a boy living in the neat, modern home opposite. Despite the contrast between their worlds, a quiet connection grew. The boy, guided by a feeling he didn’t fully understand, gifted one of his pewter soldiers to the old man, hoping it would cheer him. The gift, though small, bridged their separate…
      Fable • Fantasy
    • Chapter 18: Going for the Doctor Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 18: Going for the Doctor begins in the stillness of night, broken only by the sharp ring of the stable bell. The sound signals urgency, pulling John from sleep as he rushes to the stables. Black Beauty senses the tension even before the saddle is fastened. Mrs. Gordon, the mistress of the house, has suddenly fallen ill, and the squire needs a doctor immediately. There is no time to waste. John swiftly prepares Beauty, whose calm but alert manner reveals his readiness to help. With only a few words…
    • Act II — The Seagull Cover
      by LovelyMay Act II takes place on a warm afternoon near the tranquil lake on Sorin’s estate, where the sun lights the surface gently while conversations shift under the cool shade of a linden tree. Arkadina, Masha, and Dorn pass the time in seemingly casual talk, yet beneath their words lie complex fears and quiet confessions. Arkadina’s lively anecdotes and harsh wit mask a deeper anxiety—one driven by aging, competition, and the looming threat of being forgotten. Her laughter has edges, cutting into anyone who…
      Drama • Fable
    • The City of Political Distinction Cover
      by LovelyMay The City of Political Distinction was a destination known not for its glory, but for the veiled trials awaiting those who dared approach. Jamrach the Rich, accustomed to privilege and profit, embarked with urgency, eager to reach it before dusk fell. At a critical junction, confusion set in. Seeking direction, he approached a Wise-Looking Person who offered the knowledge Jamrach needed—for a price. Although reluctant to part with even a coin, Jamrach paid, underestimating the true cost of his journey.…
      Fable • Literary
    • Chapter 30: A Thief Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 30: A Thief introduces a shift in Black Beauty’s life as he is purchased by a well-off bachelor living in Bath. Recommended by his doctor to take up riding for his health, the man secures a private stable and employs a groom named Filcher to oversee Beauty’s daily care. At first, everything appears in order—fresh bedding, polished tack, and a generous supply of oats. Beauty feels the benefits immediately: his coat glows, his energy is steady, and he performs well during rides. Yet slowly, a…
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