Yemelya the Fool

Once upon a time, there lived three brothers. Two of them were
clever, but the third, called Yemelya, was thought to be a fool. One day,
Yemelya’s brothers decided to go to town to purchase some wares.
“While we’re away you must listen to our wives and obey their every
command. If you do as you’re told, we’ll buy you a red caftan, red boots, and a red shirt, ” said the brothers.
“Very well, I will obey everything they say,” Yemelya replied.
No sooner had the brothers gone to town though, than Yemelya
went to have a rest on top of the stove, which was his favorite place.
“What are you lying on the stove for, you lazy good-for-nothing!
Your brothers have promised you presents if you obey and help us! You
could at least go and fetch some water,” scolded the sisters-in-law.

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