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Four Brother's Quest

Skills Unveiled in the Kingdom of Challenges

By VenkatPublished 2 years ago 3 min read

Once upon a time in a modest village nestled between rolling hills and lush meadows, there resided a humble fisherman with his four sons: Rob, Cole, Alex, and Harry. Life in the village was a constant struggle against poverty, and the fisherman, relying solely on the meager income from selling fish, harbored dreams of a better life for his children. One day, feeling that his sons were now old enough to forge their destinies, he summoned them together.

"My children," he began, his weathered face reflecting the weight of his struggles, "I have nothing more to give you. It's time for you to venture out into the world, find your calling, and try your luck."

Concern etched the faces of the sons as they listened, and one of them, a bit bolder, protested, "But father, we know no trade or art. What will we do away from home?"

The fisherman, with a glint of determination in his eyes, replied, "That is exactly what you need to discover. Find out what kind of work you are capable of doing. I don't want you to endure a life of poverty like me. Go, find a trade that brings prosperity."

Accepting their father's wish, the four brothers bid their farewells and set out on separate paths. After a while, they stumbled upon a crossroads where four diverging roads beckoned. It was Rob, the eldest, who proposed a plan, "Let each of us choose one of these roads, and after four years, let us reunite at this very spot."

Agreeing to the pact, the brothers ventured down their chosen paths. Rob, with his keen instincts, encountered a mysterious man who proposed to teach him the art of thievery. Initially hesitant, Rob eventually agreed, under the condition that he would use this skill for noble deeds and not for personal gain.

Meanwhile, Cole, the second brother, found himself captivated by a man wielding a peculiar glass machine known as binoculars. Intrigued by its capabilities, Cole decided to dedicate himself to mastering this skill, becoming an expert at using binoculars to see far and wide.

The third brother, Alex, crossed paths with a skilled hunter who recognized potential in him. Alex embraced the opportunity to learn the art of hunting, undergoing rigorous training to become an adept marksman.

As for the youngest brother, Harry, he found himself in a quaint village where a seasoned tailor offered to impart the art of stitching. Harry, with an innate passion for precision, immersed himself in the world of tailoring, impressing his mentor with his dedication and skill.

Four years later, the brothers reconvened at the agreed spot. Eager to showcase their newfound talents, they demonstrated Rob's agile thieving abilities, Cole's extraordinary sight with binoculars, Alex's precise marksmanship, and Harry's impeccable tailoring.

Impressed with their skills, the fisherman decided to put his sons to the test. A series of challenges unfolded, highlighting Rob's stealth, Alex's accuracy, Cole's long-range vision, and Harry's creative problem-solving through tailoring.

Encouraged by their father's nod of approval, the brothers learned that their skills could be a force for good. News soon spread across the kingdom of a dire situation – a princess kidnapped by a fearsome dragon. The king, desperate for a solution, announced a generous reward: the hand in marriage of the rescued princess.

Seizing the opportunity to prove themselves, the four brothers embarked on a daring mission. Cole's keen eyes, aided by the binoculars, located the princess on an isolated island in the middle of the sea. With a ship graciously provided by the king, they sailed towards the treacherous waters.

Rob, drawing upon his thieving skills, stealthily infiltrated the dragon's lair and rescued the princess. However, their escape was marred by the awakening dragon. Swiftly and accurately, Alex, with his well-honed hunting skills, defeated the menacing creature with a series of precisely aimed arrows.

In the midst of the chaos, the ship shattered into pieces. Undeterred, Harry, thinking on his feet, utilized his tailoring expertise to ingeniously stitch together the wooden boards, creating a makeshift raft that saved them from a watery demise.

Returning triumphantly with the rescued princess, the brothers faced a new challenge – deciding who among them would marry her. Heated arguments ensued, prompting the king to intervene. In a surprising twist, the king declared that none of them would marry the princess but instead rewarded them with half of his kingdom.

The once impoverished fisherman's family had now risen above their circumstances. The four brothers, each contributing their unique skills, brought prosperity and joy to their lives and the kingdom. They lived happily ever after, their collective talents shaping a future far brighter than the village they once called home.

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  • Ha Le Sa2 years ago

    great sharing!

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