Self-Control

 The Moral Story of Vo the Crab: A Lesson in Power and Self-Control

Once upon a time in the peaceful village of Saidpur, there lived a little crab named Vo. Vo was unlike any other creature in the village. With his hard, spiny shell and tiny claws, he was treated poorly by the villagers. They would throw him from one corner to another, laughing and playing roughly with him. Vo felt hurt and lonely, often wondering why no one cared for him. His heart was heavy, and he even began to consider giving up on life altogether.

A Turning Point in Vo's Life
One sad evening, feeling hopeless, Vo crawled to the riverbank, overwhelmed with despair. As he gazed into the flowing water, he wished for one thing: the power to protect himself. "If only I were strong, no one would dare hurt me," Vo thought. He longed to be poisonous and dangerous, something no human would dare to touch.

The River Goddess Grants a Wish
Just as Vo's wish echoed through the night, a bright light appeared in the river, growing brighter with each passing second. Terrified, Vo hid behind a tree. But out of the shimmering glow, the Goddess of the River emerged. She spoke softly, "Why do you hide, little one? I see your pain. Come forward, and I shall help you."

Vo, still nervous, cautiously stepped forward. "What do you desire, my child?" asked the Goddess. Vo told her about his wish for power and to become untouchable.

With a gentle smile, the Goddess granted his wish, transforming Vo into a creature with sharp claws and deadly poison. Vo felt strong and invincible. He was ready to test his new powers.

Vo’s New Power and Its Dark Consequences
Excited, Vo went straight to the village, where a young child was playing. At first, the child shrieked in fear, but curiosity soon took over, and the child reached out to touch Vo. In an instant, Vo bit the child, and the child fell lifeless to the ground. Vo felt triumphant, thinking no one would dare harm him again. However, as time went on, he became more cruel and uncontrollable, biting anyone who annoyed him, and even hurting innocent insects.

The Insects Seek Help
Terrified of Vo’s growing cruelty, the insects went to the wise fox, known for his cleverness. The fox decided to stop Vo before he caused more harm. After observing Vo’s actions, the fox approached the crab and said, "Oh, great King Vo, I bring urgent news. The Queen of Chirapur is gravely ill and has heard of your strength. She has sent for you, and only you can save her."

Vo, eager for more power and glory, agreed to travel with the fox to the Queen’s kingdom. The fox told him, "Our Queen is beautiful and mighty, and there are sixty thousand loyal insects in her kingdom."

The Journey to Chirapur
On the third day, they reached the wide sea. "This is our kingdom," the fox said. Vo looked at the vast water, confused. "But this is water! How can I walk on it?" Vo asked.

The fox reassured him, "This is no ordinary water; it is enchanted. You will be able to walk upon it as if it were land."

Vo stepped into the water, and soon he found himself in front of an enormous octopus. Mistaking it for the Queen, Vo arrogantly declared, "I have arrived, Queen Octo!" But when Vo touched the octopus, it became enraged and attacked.

The Dangers of Uncontrolled Power
In a flash, Vo was trapped, and the octopus’s strength overpowered him. Vo's own power, which he had sought to control, had led to his downfall. His arrogance had cost him everything.

Moral of the Story: Power Without Control Leads to Destruction
The story of Vo the Crab teaches us an important lesson: power is only valuable if it is tempered with wisdom. If you lose control over your strength, it can become your undoing. Think before you act, and remember that true strength comes from self-discipline.