Cutis was known in the village for his cleverness and quick thinking. He was a boy full of ideas, always looking for new ways to solve problems and make things work in his favor. But his latest adventure would be one of the most daring yet—one that involved a goat, a massive jackfruit, and a secret trip to the market.
The Big Idea
One hot afternoon, Cutis sat under the shade of a mango tree, watching the villagers bustling about. He saw traders carrying goods to the market, farmers pushing carts filled with fruits and vegetables, and shopkeepers arranging their stalls. He wanted to be part of the action, but there was just one problem—he had nothing to sell.
As he pondered, his eyes wandered toward the backyard of his neighbor’s house, where a massive jackfruit hung from a tree. It was ripe, golden, and so big that it looked as if it would fall off at any moment. Cutis knew jackfruit sold for a good price in the market, and an idea sparked in his mind.
“I’ll take that jackfruit to the market,” he thought. “But how?”
Then he spotted the old village goat grazing nearby. A mischievous grin spread across his face. “That’s it!” he whispered to himself. “I’ll use the goat to carry it.”
The Plan in Action
Cutis waited until the neighbor went inside for a nap. Then, with quick and silent steps, he made his way toward the jackfruit tree. He grabbed hold of the fruit and tugged. It was heavier than he expected, but with a final pull, it came loose from the branch and landed with a soft thud on the ground.
“Phew! That was close,” he muttered, wiping his forehead.
Now came the tricky part—getting it to the market without anyone noticing. He led the goat to where the jackfruit lay and tied it securely onto the animal’s back using a rope. The goat bleated in protest, but Cutis patted its head reassuringly.
“Don’t worry, buddy. You’ll get a share of the reward!” he chuckled.
With everything ready, Cutis guided the goat onto the village path, keeping his eyes and ears open for any sign of trouble. He had to make it to the market without anyone asking questions.
The Journey to the Market
As they walked through the village, Cutis kept a confident expression, acting as if nothing unusual was happening. When an old man passing by raised an eyebrow at the sight of a goat carrying a massive jackfruit, Cutis quickly said, “Oh, this is my special jackfruit delivery service!”
The old man chuckled and continued on his way, leaving Cutis relieved that his excuse had worked.
They finally reached the busy market. The smell of spices, fresh produce, and grilled meat filled the air. Vendors shouted out prices, customers haggled, and children ran around excitedly. Cutis looked for a good spot to sell his jackfruit. He found a corner near the fruit stalls and untied the jackfruit from the goat.
Making the Sale
A curious woman approached. “That’s a fine jackfruit, young man. How much?”
Cutis grinned. “Only the best for you, ma’am! This one is extra sweet and fresh. Just five silver coins.”
The woman inspected the fruit, then nodded. “Deal!” she said, handing over the money.
Cutis could barely contain his excitement. He had done it! He had taken a jackfruit to the market and sold it successfully.
The Return Home
With the money in his pocket, Cutis treated himself and the goat to some roasted peanuts before heading back home. As they walked, he thought about his next clever plan. Maybe next time, he’d find a way to sell bananas or coconuts. One thing was certain—this was just the beginning of his adventures!
