The Enchanted Tapestry of Time
Once, in a peaceful village along the coast, lived an old man named Milton. Milton was no average villager; he was known to possess unusual wisdom and was respected by everyone in the village. His age-old cottage was adorned with a variety of odd trinkets, but what stood out the most was an incredibly detailed and vast tapestry that occupied an entire wall. The peculiarity of this tapestry was that it seemed to depict the past, present, and future all at once.
People from all corners of the land would visit Milton, seeking guidance from his wisdom. Many observed the tapestry in wonder as it seemed to represent the course of their life in its intricate threads. It became known as the 'Tapestry of Time'. Even the king visited Milton, once, becoming spellbound at the sight of his life woven eloquently in the tapestry.
The king's curiosity led him to ask, 'Dear Milton, how does this tapestry know everyone's fate?'
Milton merely smiled and said, 'The tapestry only shows what may come. It's an aid, not a guarantee. Your actions determine the final weave.'
The king noticed a looming dark shadow creeping upon his figure in the tapestry, propelling a wave of fear and curiosity within him. Disturbed, the king requested Milton to stay in the castle and guide his decisions. Despite his old age, Milton agreed, leaving the tapestry in the care of his young apprentice, Tolin.
Meanwhile, in the castle, weeks turned into months. However, despite Milton's advice, the king became increasingly paranoid and took rash decisions, thus aggravating the shadow in the tapestry.
Back in the village, Tolin watched the changes in the tapestry with growing concern. He decided to take the matters into his hands and set out for the castle.
Upon arrival, Tolin found the king's paranoia had led the kingdom into chaos. He pleaded with the king to regain his calm and remember the tapestry's essence, 'The tapestry is a mentor, not a seer. Make your decisions wisely.'
Gradually, the king began to realize his mistake. He started taking Milton's and Tolin’s guidance, slowly amending his wrongful actions, regaining his kingdom's prosperity, and pacifying the shadow on the tapestry.
In the end, the king learned a tremendous lesson about power, fear, and responsibility. The tapestry kept weaving the course of life for everyone who approached it, aiding them in their humble life decisions.
The tale of 'The Tapestry of Time' spread across boundless lands and generations, reminding everyone of the delicate balance between taking guidance from fate and exercising free will in carving one's own destiny. And so, the enchanting tapestry continues to weave the threads of time, creating an endless tale of lessons, wisdom, and journeys.