Characters:

1. Narrator

2. Crow

3. Fox

Narrator: Once upon a time, in a peaceful forest, there lived a clever crow and a sly fox. One sunny day, the crow sat on a branch, holding a piece of cheese in its beak.

Crow: (proudly) Oh, what a tasty treat! I'm going to enjoy this cheese.

Fox: (approaching) Good day, dear crow! You look so magnificent up there.

Crow: (flattered) Thank you, Mr. Fox. How can I help you?

Fox: I couldn't help but notice your beautiful feathers and your graceful presence. Could you sing for me? I'm sure your voice is as splendid as your appearance.

Crow: (pleased) Well, if you insist. (clears throat and sings)

Fox: (smirking) Oh, what a marvelous voice! But I must say, your singing would be even more enchanting if you weren't holding that piece of cheese.

Crow: (confused) Why does that matter?

Fox: (cunningly) Well, it's said that a crow's voice is truly magical, and if you sing with all your heart, you can make that cheese taste even better.

Crow: (intrigued) Really?

Fox: Absolutely! Give it a try.

Crow: (drops the cheese and sings with enthusiasm)

Narrator: As the crow sang with all its might, the sly fox seized the opportunity and swiftly grabbed the cheese.

Fox: (chuckles) Thank you, dear crow, for the beautiful song and the delicious cheese!

Crow: (realizing) Oh no, I've been tricked!

Narrator: The clever crow learned a valuable lesson that day - not to be fooled by flattery and to be cautious of sly characters like the cunning fox.