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Fortune and the Fabulist

In "Fortune and the Fabulist," a writer of fables encounters a personification of Fortune in a forest, initially attempting to escape but ultimately overwhelmed by its promises of wealth and respectability. Despite the allure of luxurious living and the chaos that often accompanies such riches, the writer remains detached and tranquil, yearning for quietude instead. This small moral story serves as an inspirational reminder that true contentment often lies beyond the material allure of Fortune.

Fortune and the Fabulist
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Reveal Moral

"True wealth lies not in material possessions or external status, but in inner peace and contentment."

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Theme
Wealth
Contentment
Fear of the Unknown
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Writer of Fables
Fortune

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