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In a green valley surrounded by mountains and woodland lived a flock of sheep. They were known for their soft wool and gentle nature. They spent their days grazing in the meadows and playing near the forest.
One day a wolf called Ferran arrived. He was large and strong, with thick fur and watchful eyes. Unlike other wolves, he did not seem interested in chasing the sheep. He approached with kind words and a friendly smile.
Surprised by his behaviour, the sheep began to trust him. Ferran told fascinating stories about his travels and showed them hidden places where the sweetest grass grew. In time they welcomed him into their group.
The wolf played with them in the woods, ran through the meadows and helped whenever a sheep got lost or into difficulty. The sheep forgot that wolves hunt for food. They saw him as a companion they could trust completely.
But Ferran began to feel the urge to hunt. His friendship with the flock conflicted with his instincts. Although he tried to resist, ignoring those feelings became harder and harder.
A lesson in being careful
One day, as the flock played in the forest, Ferran felt terribly hungry. Suddenly he lunged at one of the sheep. Frightened by the attack, the others ran towards the meadows, away from the wolf they had thought of as a friend.
Afterwards they understood that pleasant words were not enough. They needed to notice actions and consider the risks too. Ferran had behaved protectively, but he was still a hunting animal.
Alone in the forest, the wolf thought about what had happened. He felt guilty for breaking the flock’s trust and realised he could not promise safety that he was unable to provide.
The sheep returned to their peaceful lives with a new experience to share. They remained kind, but learnt to be careful and protect themselves when a situation made them feel unsafe.
This fable uses animals to help us think about trust. It reminds us that words should be supported by actions, and that asking for help or moving away from danger is a way of looking after ourselves.
