PARABLE OF A KING AND HIS FOUR WIVES
(A Story Worth Reading)
Once upon a time, there was a King who had four wives.
He loved the fourth wife the most, spoiling her with his deepest affection and providing her with only the finest things life could offer.
He also loved the third wife and proudly displayed her to the neighboring kingdoms.
He relied a lot on his second wife. She was his trusted advisor and companion. Whenever the King faced a problem, he could confide in her, and she would help him get through the difficult times.
However, not much can be said about his first wife. Despite her significant contributions to maintaining his kingdom and her tireless efforts to win his love and admiration, the King barely noticed her existence.
One day, the King fell gravely ill. Despite his efforts to find a cure, he realized that his time was running out.
He reflected on his majestic life and decided to spend everything to prolong it, leading him to consult a mystical sorcerer. The sorcerer said, “I’m sorry, Your Highness, but nothing can be done. Your death is imminent. However, I will grant you the chance to take one wife with you into the afterlife.”
hus, he asked his fourth wife, “I have given you nothing but the best in life. Now that I’m dying, will you accompany me into the afterlife?”
“No way!”, replied the fourth wife, and she walked away without saying a word.
The sad King then asked the third wife.
“No!” replied the third wife. “Life is too good here! I’ll stay! When you die, I’m going to remarry!”
He then asked his second wife.
“I’m sorry, but I can’t go with you,” replied the second wife. “I can only see you to the edge of your grave.”
The King’s heart sank, and he felt a deep sense of despair. He was utterly devastated.
Then he heard a weary, sad voice, speaking softly: “I’ll go with you. I’ll follow you no matter where you go.”
The King looked up and saw his first wife as if for the first time. She appeared aged beyond her years, barely recognizable due to years of neglect. With deep regret, the King said, “I should have taken much better care of you while I had the chance!”
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