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The Clever Monkey Chief and the Mango Tree

Once upon a time, in a lush forest by the river, there stood a magnificent mango tree. Its branches were laden with plump, ripe mangoes that shimmered like golden jewels under the warm sun. Nearby, a mischievous troop of monkeys made their home, delighting in the sweet bounty of the tree.

One bright day, as the sun danced on the river's surface, a king arrived for a fishing expedition. His eyes widened with delight as he spotted the mango tree, its branches heavy with tempting fruit. Eager to taste the delicious mangoes, he approached, only to find the monkeys feasting upon them.

The king's brows furrowed in frustration. How could he enjoy the mangoes with the monkeys gobbling them up? In his royal decree, he ordered his skilled archers to rid the tree of the thieving monkeys.

The monkey chief, wise and quick-thinking, heard the king's command. With determination in his heart, he sprang into action to save his beloved troop. Scampering up to a sturdy branch that stretched over the river, he hatched a clever plan.

Gathering his troop around him, the monkey chief stood tall at the edge of the branch. With a twinkle of mischief in his eyes, he instructed each monkey to hop onto his back, one by one. With nimble agility, the monkeys followed their leader's lead, leaping from his back to the distant hill across the river.

The archers watched in astonishment as the monkeys gracefully crossed the river, their laughter echoing through the forest. The monkey chief's ingenious plan had saved his troop from harm, and they rejoiced in their newfound freedom on the faraway hill.

From that day forth, the mango tree stood tall and proud, its golden fruits a symbol of friendship between the monkeys and the king. And the wise monkey chief became a legend in the forest, his bravery and cunning admired by all who heard the tale.

Moral:  Cleverness and teamwork can overcome even the greatest of challenges.

The End