Moldylocks And The Three Beards: A Journey of Discovery and Consequences

Moldylocks and the Three Beards: A Branches Book (Princess Pink and the Land of Fake-Believe #1)

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	49022 KB
Lending	:	Enabled
Print length	:	80 pages

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In the heart of a verdant forest, where secrets whispered through the rustling leaves, there lived a young girl named Moldylocks. Her bright eyes twinkled with curiosity, and her heart yearned for adventure. One fateful day, as the sun began its descent, Moldylocks stumbled upon a quaint cottage nestled amidst the towering trees.

Approaching the cottage, Moldylocks noticed three bearded men sitting around a roaring fire. Curiosity got the better of her, and with a deep breath, she knocked on the wooden door. To her surprise, the door creaked open, as if beckoning her to enter.

Inside, the cottage was cozy and warm. The three bearded men greeted Moldylocks with a mixture of amusement and suspicion. There was Father Beard, with his long, white beard that reached his waist; Middle Beard, with his thick, brown beard that adorned his face; and Baby Beard, the youngest and most playful of the three, with a short, reddish beard that framed his youthful smile.

Moldylocks, with her usual boldness, introduced herself and asked if she could rest by their fire. The bearded men exchanged glances, then Father Beard spoke in a booming voice, "We welcome weary travelers, child. But be warned, our hospitality comes at a price."

Moldylocks' curiosity was piqued. "A price?" she asked. "What do you require of me?"

Middle Beard leaned forward, his eyes glinting with mischief. "You must prove your worthiness, Moldylocks. Each of us has a task for you. If you complete them, you may stay the night. But beware, the tasks are not for the faint of heart."

Undeterred, Moldylocks agreed to the challenge. Father Beard led her to a large pot of porridge simmering on the hearth. "This porridge is enchanted," he said. "You must finish it before it runs cold."

Moldylocks took a spoonful of the porridge, but it was scalding hot. Undeterred, she devised a plan. She used her braid to cool the porridge, and with each bite, the enchantment faded. Soon, the pot was empty, and Father Beard was impressed.

Next, Middle Beard presented Moldylocks with three chairs. "These chairs are magical," he said. "You must sit in each chair and tell us a story."

Moldylocks sat in Father Beard's chair and told a tale of bravery and courage. In Middle Beard's chair, she spun a tale of love and loss. And in Baby Beard's chair, she shared a tale of laughter and hope.

The bearded men listened intently, their faces revealing both amusement and astonishment. When Moldylocks finished her stories, Middle Beard nodded his approval.

Finally, Baby Beard's turn came. He led Moldylocks to a room filled with beds. "These beds are enchanted," he said. "You must sleep in each bed and tell us your dreams."

Moldylocks lay down in Father Beard's bed and dreamed of a life of adventure and discovery. In Middle Beard's bed, she dreamed of a life of love and stability. And in Baby Beard's bed, she dreamed of a life of joy and laughter.

When morning came, the bearded men gathered Moldylocks in the main room. "You have proven yourself worthy, child," Father Beard said. "You are brave, kind, and full of imagination. You have earned our respect and hospitality."

Moldylocks spent many happy days in the cottage, sharing stories and laughter with the bearded men. But as time passed, she realized that something was amiss. The bearded men were not what they seemed.

One night, Moldylocks overheard a conversation between the bearded men. They were planning to use her for their own selfish gain. Filled with both fear and disappointment, Moldylocks confronted the bearded men.

"You have deceived me," she said. "You are not who I thought you were."

The bearded men laughed mockingly. "Of course we deceived you, Moldylocks," Middle Beard said. "We are not simple farmers, but powerful wizards. We used our magic to test your worthiness and to trick you into helping us."

Moldylocks' heart sank. She had been betrayed by those she had trusted.

But Moldylocks was a resourceful girl. She used her quick wit and cunning to outsmart the bearded men. With a clever plan, she managed to escape from the cottage and return to the safety of her own home.

From that day forward, Moldylocks never forgot her encounter with the three bearded men. She learned a valuable lesson about the importance of trust and the consequences of deception. And though she always yearned for adventure, she never again sought it in the company of strangers.

And so, the tale of Moldylocks and the Three Beards became a cautionary tale, whispered among the children of the forest. It reminded them that even in the most charming disguises, danger could lurk, and that the greatest adventures are often found not in far-off lands, but in the journey of self-discovery.

Moldylocks and the Three Beards: A Branches Book (Princess Pink and the Land of Fake-Believe #1)

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	49022 KB
Lending	:	Enabled
Print length	:	80 pages

FREE