86 Results with the "Fable" genre


    • The Emperor’s New Clothes Cover
      by LovelyMay The Emperor's New Clothes presents a kingdom where truth has been overshadowed by image, and perception holds more power than fact. The Emperor, more concerned with fashion than leadership, spends his time indulging in appearances rather than addressing the needs of his people. His desire for attention and admiration makes him an easy target for manipulation. When two clever swindlers arrive claiming to weave a cloth visible only to the wise and competent, the Emperor is instantly drawn to the idea. He…
      Fable • Fantasy
    • Chapter III: “The Policy in Favour of Protection” Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter III: "The Policy in Favour of Protection" opens not with economics, but with an intimate encounter that reveals the tension between personal desire and moral restraint. In the glow of a firelit room, an older woman’s solitude is broken by the sudden arrival of a young visitor, cloaked not in winter’s cold, but in the anguish of love unreturned. The younger woman, refined in dress yet raw in emotion, implores her elder to intercede on her behalf—her affections aimed toward a well-known man, a…
      Fable • Novel
    • Chapter 33: A London Cab Horse Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 33: A London Cab Horse begins a new chapter in Black Beauty’s life, bringing a wave of comfort and stability through the hands of his new owner, Jerry Barker. Jerry, a cabman by trade, lives with his wife Polly and their two children, Harry and Dolly. Their home is not grand, but it is full of warmth. From the first morning, Black Beauty feels the difference—Polly greets him with gentleness, and Dolly offers a carrot with a shy smile. Young Harry, already familiar with stable work, praises…
    • Third Story — Of the Flower-Garden At the Old Woman’s Who Understood Witchcraft Cover
      by LovelyMay Third Story opens as little Gerda reaches the edge of a flowing river, her eyes searching its endless surface for any sign of Kay. Though rumors and grief might tempt her to believe he’s drowned, she refuses to accept it. When the sunshine kisses her cheeks and the swallows fly past with cheerful songs, she takes these as gentle refusals of sorrow—small signs that Kay still lives. In a desperate offering, she removes her red shoes, those same shoes Kay had never seen, and lays them on the river in…
      Fable • Fantasy
    • Chapter 11: Plain Speaking Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 11: Plain Speaking begins by reflecting on the steady sense of contentment Black Beauty experiences at Birtwick Park. The kindness shown by the master and mistress isn’t limited to people—it extends genuinely to animals, shaping a household where compassion is a guiding principle. Their influence slowly spreads through the community, especially in curbing the use of harsh devices like the check-rein. The mistress, gentle yet determined, often speaks to local drivers and tradesmen, persuading…
    • Chapter 44: Old Captain and His Successor Cover
      by LovelyMay ChatGPT said: Chapter 44: Old Captain and His Successor begins with a moment that leaves a lasting scar on Jerry’s life and deeply affects everyone connected to the cab service. Captain, a strong and loyal horse who has served faithfully, meets his end not through old age but due to human recklessness. As Jerry and the horses make their way home, a drayman under the influence crashes a large beer cart into their cab. The impact is brutal—Captain collapses in agony, with injuries too severe for…
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      The Shadow

      The Shadow Cover
      by LovelyMay The Shadow introduces a tale where intellect meets illusion, unraveling a dark parable about identity and power. The learned man, drawn to warmer lands for the sake of health and change, soon discovers that brilliance of mind does not protect against the searing heat or the unfamiliar ways of the south. His days become still, lived behind curtains and cool interiors, while the city blooms with life as the sun sets. Curious music and flickering lights across the street whisper of enchantments just beyond…
      Fable • Fantasy
    • Chapter 22: Earlshall Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 22: Earlshall begins a pivotal shift in my journey as Ginger and I are transported from the calm and kind care of Birtwick to the grandeur and formality of Earlshall Park. The estate is vast, with well-kept grounds, a splendid house, and spacious stables that hint at luxury. Yet despite the surface elegance, it becomes clear that life here will be very different. Mr. York, the head coachman, greets us with a mixture of professionalism and authority. He listens politely to John’s careful…
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      The Swineherd

      The Swineherd Cover
      by LovelyMay The Swineherd begins with a Prince who offers his heart not through gold or conquest, but through beauty rooted in nature. He brings a rose that blooms just once every five years and a nightingale whose song could soften the heaviest sorrow. These gifts, crafted by the earth and cherished by poets, are rejected outright by the Emperor’s daughter. She finds them unimpressive because they are not manufactured, not glittering with artificial splendor. Her interest lies not in wonder, but in spectacle. The…
      Fable • Fantasy
    • Chapter 1: My Early Home Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 1: My Early Home begins with memories shaped in a peaceful pasture, surrounded by soft grass and the rhythmic hum of nature. At the heart of this place was a clean pond, bordered by rushes and lilies, where the water sparkled in the sun and offered cool relief on warmer days. One end of the field lay near a fir grove, where birds gathered and shade stretched generously, while the other opened toward our master’s house and a tilled field. In those early days, my world was small but complete—my…
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