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"Cursed" mountain

Is the mountain actually cursed???

By James O.Published 3 years ago 3 min read
*Story of a village in which people are not scared of anything except a mountain which their ancestors told them was cursed

There was a small village nestled at the foot of a mountain. It was a peaceful village where everyone knew each other, and life was simple. The people of the village were happy and content, and they lived a simple but fulfilling life. However, there was one thing that they all feared – the mountain.

The mountain was tall and imposing, and its peak was shrouded in mist. Nobody in the village had ever ventured up the mountain, for they believed that it was cursed. The elders of the village told tales of how long ago, a group of brave men had attempted to climb the mountain, but none of them had returned. Ever since then, the people of the village had avoided the mountain, fearing that they too would suffer the same fate as those who had gone before them.

But there was one young man in the village who was different. His name was Taro, and he was known for his adventurous spirit. Taro had always been fascinated by the mountain and had often looked up at it in wonder. He dreamt of climbing to the top and seeing what lay beyond the mist. But whenever he spoke of his dream, the elders would shake their heads and warn him of the dangers that awaited him on the mountain.

But Taro was determined. He knew that there was more to life than just staying in the village and living a simple life. He wanted to see the world and explore new places. So, one day, he decided to set out on his adventure.

Taro started his journey early in the morning, before anyone in the village had woken up. He didn't want anyone to stop him or try to persuade him to change his mind. He packed a bag with some food and water and set off towards the mountain.

The journey was long and arduous. Taro had to navigate through thick forests, cross rivers, and climb over rocks. But he kept going, driven by his determination to reach the top of the mountain. As he climbed higher, he encountered new challenges. The air grew thinner, and the wind grew stronger. But Taro persevered, for he knew that he was getting closer to his goal.

Finally, after several days of climbing, Taro reached the peak of the mountain. As he stood there, looking out at the breathtaking view, he felt a sense of accomplishment that he had never felt before. He had overcome his fears and achieved what he had set out to do.

But as he looked out at the world below him, Taro realized that he had not just climbed the mountain for himself. He had done it for the people of his village, to show them that there was nothing to fear on the mountain. He knew that he had to find a way to share his experience with the rest of the village and inspire them to see the world in a new light.

So, Taro set off back down the mountain, eager to share his adventure with his fellow villagers. When he returned to the village, he was greeted with cheers and applause. The people were amazed by his bravery and were eager to hear his story.

Taro spoke of his journey, of the challenges he had faced, and of the beauty he had seen. He told them of the vast landscapes that stretched out before him and the sense of wonder he had felt as he stood on top of the mountain. His words were inspiring, and the people of the village began to see the mountain in a new light.

From that day on, the people of the village were no longer afraid of the mountain. They began to explore the world around them, and their lives were enriched by the experiences they had. Taro had shown them that there was more to life than just staying in one place, and he had inspired them to go out.

Thanks for giving time to my article.I hope you guys enjoyed it.let me know if you guys want more of such type...peace!

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  • James O. (Author)3 years ago

    First article...Let me know mistakes which I will try to correctify...

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