Fairy tales for young and old ~ English version

The moonlit pond

Once upon a time, in a village nestled deep within a mystical forest, there existed a wondrous pond that held a secret known only to a chosen few. This enchanting body of water was none other than the Moonlit Pond, rumored to possess magical properties under the ethereal glow of the moon.

According to the ancient tales passed down through generations, whenever the night sky was clear and the moon cast its radiant beams upon the pond, the moon goddess Selene would reveal herself, gracefully bathing in its shimmering waters. It was said that she held the power to grant any wish, a gift bestowed upon her by the celestial heavens.

Word of this legend reached the ears of a corrupt and power-hungry man named Troy. He was known throughout the land for his wicked ways and insatiable desire for dominance. Greed consumed his heart, and he could not resist the allure of possessing the moon goddess's extraordinary powers for his own twisted purposes.

Driven by his nefarious intentions, Troy embarked on a treacherous journey to seek out the Moonlit Pond. Guided by whispers of the legend, he traversed through dark forests, over rocky mountains, and across treacherous rivers until finally, he arrived at the sacred haven.

With a sinister glint in his eyes, Troy witnessed the moon's radiant glow reflecting upon the pond's surface. The air crackled with an otherworldly energy as he gazed upon the ethereal scene. Fueled by his malevolent ambition, he concocted a vile plan to capture the moon goddess and bend her powers to his will.

Under the cloak of night, Troy executed his wicked scheme. Using forbidden incantations and dark magic, he ensnared Selene, stripping her of her celestial powers and imprisoning her in a hidden stronghold far from the comforting embrace of the moon's gentle light.

Locked away in her isolated prison, Selene's luminous radiance began to fade. Cut off from the rejuvenating energy of the moon, her strength waned, and her spirit grew weaker with each passing day. Yet, despite her weakened state, Selene's heart remained steadfast, refusing to comply with Troy's malevolent wishes.

Troy, consumed by his own darkness, demanded that Selene grant his twisted desires, believing that her powers would be his ultimate weapon of control. But Selene, with her ancient wisdom and unwavering purity, recognized the catastrophic consequences that would befall the world if she were to unleash her powers for such wicked purposes.

Time passed, and the village surrounding the Moonlit Pond began to notice the absence of Selene's ethereal presence. Whispers of concern and worry spread through the community. Driven by a deep sense of justice and a longing to restore balance to their world, the entire village rallied their strenght.

United by their love for their land and their desire to save Selene, the villagers devised a plan to rescue the moon goddess from her captor. They gathered under the moonlit sky, their hearts filled with hope and determination. Armed with bravery and unwavering resolve, they set forth on a perilous journey to confront Troy and free Selene from his clutches.

The village's journey was arduous and fraught with danger, but their spirits remained unyielding. Through dense forests, treacherous mountains, and treacherous rivers, they pressed forward, their determination fueled by their unwavering belief in the power of love and unity.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, the village arrived at Troy's stronghold. They stealthily crept through its shadowed halls, their footsteps muffled by the hush of the night. The air crackled with anticipation as they reached the chamber where Selene was held captive.

With a burst of collective strength, the villagers stormed into the chamber, their voices echoing with a resounding cry for justice. Troy, startled and enraged by their audacity, tried to resist, but the villagers, fueled by their love for Selene and their desire to restore harmony, overpowered him.

As the moon's gentle light spilled into the room, bathing Selene in its radiant glow, her weakened form began to stir. The villagers, their hearts brimming with joy and relief, rushed to her side, releasing her from her shackles. Selene, her spirit reinvigorated by the moon's energy and the unwavering love of the villagers, regained her full strength.

In gratitude for the village's unwavering faith and courage, Selene blessed them with her moonlit powers, not to be used for personal gain or malice, but rather to bring prosperity, harmony, and love to their lives. The village, forever grateful, vowed to use these powers wisely, ensuring that they would never fall into the wrong hands again.

From that day forward, the Moonlit Pond remained a sacred place, where the villagers would gather under the moon's gentle light to seek solace, guidance, and the presence of their beloved moon goddess, Selene. And the legend of the Moonlit Pond lived on, reminding all who heard it of the power of unity, love, and the indomitable spirit that can conquer even the darkest of forces.