The Rich Man and the Frog: A Tale of Missed Opportunities

One day, a man was walking through the forest when he stumbled upon a genie lamp. Excitedly, he rubbed the lamp and out popped the genie.

The genie said, "Thank you for releasing me! For freeing me, I will grant you three wishes."

The man thought for a moment and said, "I wish to be the richest man in the world."

Poof! In an instant, the man was surrounded by piles of gold and jewels. He was now the wealthiest man on the planet.

For his second wish, the man said, "I wish to be the most attractive man in the world."

Poof! Suddenly, the man's looks transformed and he became the most handsome man anyone had ever seen.

Finally, for his third wish, the man said, "I wish to never have to work again and to live a life of luxury without any responsibilities."

Poof! The man found himself lounging in a mansion with servants catering to his every whim.

Feeling on top of the world, the man decided to take a walk outside to enjoy his newfound wealth and beauty. As he strolled through the forest, he came across a frog sitting on a lily pad.

The frog croaked, "Hey, buddy! I have been cursed by a witch to live as a frog until a handsome and rich man kisses me. Will you help me break the curse?"

The man rolled his eyes and said, "Sorry, frog. I'm too rich and handsome to waste my time on a silly frog like you."

As he continued on his way, the frog called out, "Wait! If you kiss me, I can turn into a beautiful princess and we can live happily ever after!"

The man paused for a moment, then shrugged and said, "Nah, being rich and handsome is enough for me. Good luck, frog!"

And with that, the man walked away, leaving the frog to ponder his fate as he hopped back to his lily pad.