🌇THE TWO CATS AND THE MONKEY🌇
- Zoya Mohamadi
- Feb 26, 2023
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 13, 2024

In the heart of the bustling city, amidst the cacophony of human voices and the hustle and bustle of daily life, two cats sauntered down the cobblestone street. Their fur, sleek and shimmering in the sunlight, marked them as creatures of the urban jungle, their feline grace evident in every fluid movement.
Despite their occasional squabbles, the cats were good friends, their bond forged through countless adventures and shared moments of mischief. Yet, as they meandered along the familiar pathways, their conversation was punctuated by the occasional spat, a testament to their fiery tempers and stubborn natures.
Unbeknownst to them, their leisurely stroll was leading them away from the familiar sights and sounds of the city streets and towards the verdant embrace of the nearby forest. Lost in their bickering, they failed to heed the subtle shift in scenery, their attention consumed by the triviality of their disagreement.
But fate, it seemed, had other plans for the quarrelsome duo. As they rounded a corner, their eyes alighted upon a tantalizing sight—a lone pancake, golden and glistening in the sunlight, resting temptingly upon the ground.
With synchronized precision, both cats pounced upon the delectable treat, their claws outstretched as they laid claim to their prize. Voices raised in protest, they engaged in a heated debate over rightful ownership, each refusing to yield to the other's claim.
Meanwhile, in the depths of the forest, a mischievous monkey with keen ears caught wind of the cats' discordant cries. With a playful grin, he swung from branch to branch, following the sound until he stumbled upon the scene of their contention.
"Stop arguing!" the monkey admonished, his voice cutting through the tension like a ray of sunlight piercing the darkness. "I can help you. I will divide it equally between you."
With deft fingers, the monkey attempted to create a fair division, but his efforts proved futile as the cats bickered over the perceived injustice of their portions. Undeterred, the monkey intervened once more, adjusting the portions until both cats appeared satisfied.
Yet, as the cats reluctantly nibbled at their meager shares, the monkey seized the opportunity to indulge in the remaining portion, his mischievous grin widening with each bite until the pancake had vanished entirely.
"Bye bye!" the monkey chimed, his laughter echoing through the forest as he swung away on the vines, leaving behind two bemused cats to contemplate their folly.
As the reality of their situation dawned upon them, the cats exchanged rueful glances, a shared realization dawning upon them: that sometimes, seeking advice from others can lead to unexpected consequences. With a humbled demeanor, they turned their backs on the forest and made their way back to the city streets, their disagreement forgotten in the face of a greater lesson learned.
Be careful when seeking advice, for sometimes the solution lies not in the wisdom of others, but in the humility to find our own way.
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