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The Noble Duo

Together they were unstoppable

By devagi 2020Published 3 years ago 3 min read
Two unlikely friends, one unbreakable bond

"Hello, my name is Dev, and I am from India. I am excited to share with you my latest story, a tale that captures the essence of friendship and loyalty. As a writer, I strive to create stories that not only entertain but also inspire and touch the hearts of my readers. With this story, I hope to take you on a journey that will make you laugh, cry, and feel a range of emotions. So sit back, relax, and join me as we explore the world of 'The Fish and the Mouse', a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading.”

"The Fish and the Mouse"

Once upon a time, in a murky river, there lived a fish named Finn. Finn was a bright orange and white fish, with shimmering scales and sharp teeth. He was the king of the river and all the creatures in it looked up to him.

One day, as Finn was swimming upstream, he noticed a small mouse struggling to cross the river. The mouse was trying to hold on to a piece of wood to stay afloat, but the current was too strong.

Finn swam towards the mouse and said, "Hello there! Do you need any help?"

The mouse was surprised to see a fish talking to him. "Yes, please! I'm trying to cross the river, but I can't do it on my own," he replied.

Finn thought for a moment and said, "I can help you cross the river, but in return, I need your help. You see, I have a problem that only you can solve."

"What problem?" asked the mouse, curious.

Finn explained, "I have a bad habit of eating smaller fish. I know it's not right, but it's hard for me to control myself. So, I was wondering if you could help me break this habit by becoming my friend and keeping me company."

The mouse thought for a moment and said, "That sounds like a fair deal. I accept your offer."

And so, Finn and the mouse became friends. Finn would swim alongside the mouse as they explored the river, and the mouse would keep Finn company as he swam.

Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months. Finn no longer had the urge to eat smaller fish. He had found a new purpose in life, and that was to protect his friend, the mouse.

The two friends had many adventures together. They swam to the river's edge to collect juicy berries, climbed onto rocks to bask in the sun, and explored every nook and cranny of their watery world.

Finn had never been happier. He loved having the mouse by his side, and the mouse loved being Finn's friend. They had a bond that was unbreakable.

One day, as they were swimming, they came across a group of bigger fish. These fish had heard of Finn's reputation and were planning to attack him.

But Finn was not alone. He had the mouse by his side. The mouse climbed onto Finn's back and started to squeak loudly, scaring off the bigger fish.

Finn was grateful for his friend's help. He realized that having someone to look out for was much more rewarding than satisfying his cravings.

As time passed, Finn and the mouse grew old. Finn's scales lost their shine, and the mouse's fur turned gray. But their friendship remained as strong as ever.

One day, as they were swimming, Finn suddenly felt weak. He knew that his time was running out. He turned to the mouse and said, "My dear friend, it's time for me to go. But I want you to know that you have been the best thing that has ever happened to me. I will always cherish our friendship."

Tears welled up in the mouse's eyes. He had never known life without Finn. But he knew that it was time for his friend to go.

And so, Finn closed his eyes and took his last breath. The mouse climbed onto Finn's back one last time and said his final goodbye.

The mouse was devastated. He felt as if a part of him was missing. But he knew that Finn would want him to continue living and exploring the river.

And so, the mouse continued to swim and

Fantasy

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