Once upon a time, in a bustling town filled with tall buildings and busy streets, there lived a little mouse named Johnny. Johnny was a town-mouse, and he loved the excitement of city life. His home was a cozy nook in the attic of a grand old house. Every day, he would scamper through the walls, exploring the many rooms and listening to the sounds of people living their lives. Johnny thought he had the best life in the world. The town was full of delicious treats, and there was always something new to see or hear.

One sunny morning, Johnny was busy exploring the kitchen when he overheard a conversation between two humans. They were talking about a picnic they were planning for the weekend. Johnny’s ears perked up. He had never been to a picnic before, and the idea of eating outdoors sounded wonderful. He decided to follow the humans and see where they were going.

As the weekend approached, Johnny watched the humans prepare for their picnic. They packed a big basket with sandwiches, fruits, and cookies. Johnny couldn’t wait to taste all the delicious food. When the day finally came, he followed the humans as they walked out of the town and into the countryside.

Johnny had never seen so much green before. The fields stretched as far as the eye could see, and there were flowers everywhere. The humans found a perfect spot under a big tree and spread out a blanket. Johnny watched from a safe distance as they unpacked their picnic basket. He could smell the delicious food, and his mouth watered.

As he crept closer, Johnny noticed another mouse watching the picnic. She was a country-mouse, and she looked very different from Johnny. She had a soft, fluffy coat and a gentle smile. Johnny introduced himself, and the country-mouse, whose name was Lucy, welcomed him warmly.

” youWould like to share some of this food with me?” Johnny asked, excitedly.

Lucy laughed. “Oh, Johnny, you must be careful. The food is delicious, but there are many dangers in the countryside. There are birds and cats that might catch you if you’re not careful.”

Johnny didn’t listen. He was too eager to taste the food. He scurried over to the blanket and nibbled on a sandwich. It was the most delicious thing he had ever tasted. But just as he was about to take another bite, he heard a loud “Meow!” A big cat had spotted him and running was towards him.

Johnny’s heart raced as he dashed away. He ran as fast as he could, with the cat hot on his heels. He could hear Lucy’s voice calling out, “This is why you must be careful in the countryside!”

Johnny finally managed to hide in a hole under a rock. He was safe, but he was also very scared. He had never been so close to danger before. As he caught his breath, he realized that the excitement of the countryside was not worth the risk.

When the cat had gone, Johnny crawled out of his hiding place. Lucy was waiting for him, and she looked relieved to see that he was safe.

“I’m sorry I didn’t listen to you,” Johnny said, feeling ashamed.

“It’s okay,” Lucy replied. “We all make mistakes. But now you know that life in the countryside is not as easy as it seems.”

Johnny nodded. He had learned a valuable lesson. He decided to stay with Lucy for a little while longer, to see what life was like in the countryside. They spent the rest of the day exploring the fields and meadows. Johnny discovered that there were many beautiful things in the countryside, but there were also many dangers.

As the sun began to set, Johnny knew it was time to go back to town the. He thanked Lucy for showing him around and promised to visit her again someday.

When Johnny returned to his cozy attic home, he felt grateful for the safety and comfort of the town. He had learned that every place had its own joys and challenges. The town might be noisy and busy, but it was also safe and familiar.

From that day on, Johnny appreciated his home even more. He still loved to explore and see new things, but he was always careful to stay safe. And every night, as he snuggled into his warm bed, he thought of Lucy and the lessons he had learned in the countryside.

And so, Johnny lived happily ever after, knowing that no matter where he went, he would always cherish the place he called home.

The end.