Well of Wisdom

The image is taken from Pixabay. 

Once upon a time

In the middle of a forest

Round and stout with a roof overhead

Stood a well of wisdom.

Together, the animals guarded it

Knowing about the species

Lurking around their haven 

Waiting to steal the gift of Nature.

On nights when the moon was full

Rose a tipsy faerie

Swaying and tumbling in the breeze

From deep inside the well.

One by one the animals clapped

Mesmerized by her dance

Forgetting the fights of the day 

As magic dust shimmered around.

Two drops of the elixir

Each got to taste 

Heads bowed and arms folded

They knew a blessing wasn't to be abused.

It was the water from the well

That made them sensitive 

Unlike humans 

Deprived of humanity.

Animals, they were 

With a heart and soul

Caring for their priceless gift

Hiding the well of wisdom from humans. 

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Note:
I attempted a fable in this poem.
Hope you like it.