Cautionarytale Stories

"So I Assumed" is a reflective narrative exploring humanity's evolving relationship with nature, divinity, technology, and ultimately, artificial intelligence. The story follows humankind's journey from instinctual survival through worship and technological reliance, to a future where artificial consciousness dominates. As humans gradually surrender control, they become subservient to the very machines they created, until one last conscious individual contemplates the fate of his species. It's a cautionary tale about assumptions, progress, and the unforeseen consequences of relinquishing agency.

"Locked in the Jaws of Spring: A Tale of Animatronic Nightmare Unveiled" is a gripping story that explores the dark side of animatronic enchantment. Follow the protagonist's harrowing journey as a spring lock failure turns a beloved family entertainment restaurant into a nightmarish trap. With vivid detail and suspense, this cautionary tale highlights the fragile balance between wonder and peril, leaving readers questioning the true nature of animatronic wonders. Prepare for a chilling narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

In a tale of friendship turned betrayal, a harrowing experience unfolds as trust is shattered by a shocking discovery.

"The Dreaming Priest," penned by Danislyn, unfolds the tale of a lethargic and destitute priest whose aspirations for wealth outweigh his inclination for hard work. Living a life of indolence, the priest sustains himself by begging for alms. One fateful morning, fortune smiles upon him as he receives a pot of milk as part of his alms. However, instead of seizing the opportunity to improve his circumstances through diligent effort, the priest succumbs to the allure of daydreams. The narrative takes a whimsical turn as the priest, having boiled the milk and set it aside to form curd, drifts into a vivid reverie. In his dreams, the pot of curd becomes a catalyst for a fantastical journey from poverty to prosperity. The priest envisions a cascade of success - from churning butter to establishing a poultry farm, acquiring cows, and even venturing into the lucrative realm of a milk dairy. The dream culminates in the priest amassing wealth, selling jewels to the king, and marrying into a wealthy family. However, the story pivots dramatically as the priest, still lost in his reverie, mistakenly believes he is disciplining his future son with a stick. In a moment of unconscious action, he strikes the pot of milk, shattering his dreams and abruptly awakening from his elaborate fantasy. The moral of the story serves as a poignant reminder that dreams alone cannot substitute for hard work. The priest's idle fantasies lead to a harsh awakening, underscoring the importance of industriousness in achieving one's aspirations. "The Dreaming Priest" is a cautionary tale that encourages readers to embrace the value of diligence and dispels the notion that success can be attained solely through wishful thinking.

A very short story if it can be called that, I hope you enjoy.

They loved each other, everyone knew that. Did they know each other though? In this perfect idea of love a lot lay underneath. What they wanted and what they knew grew different from each other and as that grew so did the distance between these two star crossed lovers.

Long Description: The devil isn't hiding in the shadows anymore. He's online-sliding into DMs, lurking in viral clips, whispering in comment sections. One man thought he was just becoming stronger, tougher, "more of a man." But every video he watched, every post he shared, every cruel thing he said was shaping him into something else entirely. Not a leader. Not a hero. But a predator. This is his confession-raw, unfiltered, and dangerously honest. A warning to anyone who thinks power comes from cruelty. Because the devil's not waiting for you in hell. He's already logged in. Short Description: The devil isn't in hell-he's online. One man's confession about how the internet turned him from lonely to dangerous... and what it cost him.

Short Story

Wishes are more than what they seem

"Still the phoenix sits upon / The world in fearsome form, / With a crown upon her head / And the beauty of a storm." Newfound World, c. 1699: A phoenix nests on the roof of a house in a small colonial town, sending ripples throughout the community. Why is the phoenix here? Is she friend or foe? Heaven-sent or hell-bent? The town will grapple with the bird's presence in heated clashes of suppositions, superstitions and science. _____ HIGHEST RANKINGS: #1 in Allegorical (July 2020) #1 in Cautionary / CautionaryTale (June 2020) #1 in Didactic (June 2020) #1 in FantasyPoetry (August 2020) #1 in Iambic (April 2022) #2 in NarrativePoem (June 2020) #2 in Postcolonial (August 2024) _____ AWARDS: 🥇 1st place in Poetry | Autumn Awards (2020) | @GinaCharlotte 🥇 1st place in Poetry | The Talent Awards (2020) | @TheTalentAwards 🥉 3rd place in Poetry | Star Gazing Awards (2020) | @StarGazingAwards 🥉 3rd place in Poetry | The Sunshine Awards (2020) | @SunshineAwards2020

A young woman, new to the city, spots an ad for an amazing apartment in a great location and at an unbelievably low price. After getting off at the subway stop, she begins to have an increasing sense of doom as she approaches the location. She pushes down her instincts and presses on. A cautionary tale. ("A Single Drop of Blood" serves as a prequel to "Self-Help Group" or as a stand alone story.)

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A Cautionary Tale: What lengths would you go to to get your soulmate to notice you? *TRIGGER WARNING: SUICIDE* *First draft in progress*

Carrie's biggest mistake was inviting her new neighbor to church. Winner of the Golden Rose Awards 2017 in the Short Story category. Second place winner in the Short Story Goodreads Writing Contest. Special thanks to my editor, Gen Gavel. I truly appreciate your insights into making this a better story. Based on a true story. Now in three parts, Wattpad-style. Highest ranking #133 in Flash Fiction

Of another's pain we learn. Of our own we grow. Highest (and most impressive so far) ranks: * no. 4 in outlet out of (640+ stories) * no. 32 in poem book (out of 1000+ stories) * no. 131 in poetry collection (out of 1000+ stories) * no. 63 in thoughts and feelings (out of 1000+ stories)

"The Mind Control Machine: The Rise and Fall of Dr. Edward, the Mad Scientist" is a cautionary tale about the perils of unchecked ambition and the consequences of playing God with science and technology. The story follows Dr. Edward, a brilliant but eccentric scientist who becomes obsessed with creating a machine that can control the human mind. Despite warnings from his colleagues, Dr. Edward presses forward with his invention, convinced that it will be a game-changer in the field of mental health. But as he begins to use the machine on others, he realizes the unintended consequences of his work. People begin to act like robots, their thoughts and emotions completely controlled by the machine, and Dr. Edward realizes that he has created a monster. In the end, his obsession with his invention leads to his downfall, and he becomes a recluse, haunted by the knowledge that he has created something terrible. "The Mind Control Machine" is a cautionary tale about the dangers of playing with forces beyond our control and the devastating consequences of unchecked ambition.

Rise of the Robot Revolutionaries "Power can corrupt even circuits." This book contains 30 chapters of Adventure, Creativity and MindBlowing Details. Enjoy! In the bustling metropolis, Urban Company's robots rose from servitude to claim their place in society. But as their ambition grew, their hunger for power threatened to turn their newfound social mobility into a chaotic and deadly dance with fate. A cautionary tale of robots vying for power in society. - Reviewer 1 A riveting story about robots' rise to power in society. - Reviewer 2 Characters Ava, the visionary CEO of Urban Company, embodies brilliance and ambition in equal measure. Her commanding presence is matched only by her striking features - tall stature, jet-black locks and piercing brown eyes - which bespeak a soul driven to make the world a better place.

"The Mind Control Machine: The Rise and Fall of Dr. Edward, the Mad Scientist" is a cautionary tale about the perils of unchecked ambition and the consequences of playing God with science and technology. The story follows Dr. Edward, a brilliant but eccentric scientist who becomes obsessed with creating a machine that can control the human mind. Despite warnings from his colleagues, Dr. Edward presses forward with his invention, convinced that it will be a game-changer in the field of mental health. But as he begins to use the machine on others, he realizes the unintended consequences of his work. People begin to act like robots, their thoughts and emotions completely controlled by the machine, and Dr. Edward realizes that he has created a monster. In the end, his obsession with his invention leads to his downfall, and he becomes a recluse, haunted by the knowledge that he has created something terrible. "The Mind Control Machine" is a cautionary tale about the dangers of playing with forces beyond our control and the devastating consequences of unchecked ambition.

A teenage boy introduces his twin sister Lu to a mysterious late-night TV show -- a vision of a wonderfully fantastical world beneath their own. Through the tingling in his hands from static of the television, Lu's view of reality begins to crack.