Aesop | Greece
The Quack Frog
A boastful Frog claiming to be a physician is challenged by a Fox to cure his own appearance, leaving the Frog speechless and embarrassed.
Once upon a time, in a lively pond, there lived a noisy Frog who had an unusual habit. He liked to call himself a doctor. Not just any doctor, but the best in the whole animal kingdom.
One day, while the Frog was bragging about his skills to anyone who would listen, a clever Fox walked by. The Fox, known for his smarts, was curious about the Frog's bold claims, so he asked him a question.
"Mr. Frog," the Fox said with a smile, "you say you're a doctor and can cure all sicknesses and pain. But I see that you, yourself, have wrinkles and bumps. If you're such a great healer, shouldn't you be able to fix your own looks first?"
The Frog stared at the Fox, surprised and at a loss for words. He tried to reply but couldn’t find anything to say.
The Fox walked away, leaving the Frog feeling embarrassed and silent.
