"The Goose That Laid the Golden Eggs" is a fable about a farmer who discovers that his goose lays one golden egg each day. Initially, the farmer is pleased with his good fortune and becomes wealthy over time. However, his greed leads him to desire more wealth quickly. In his impatience, the farmer decides to kill the goose, hoping to find all the golden eggs inside. To his dismay, he discovers that there are no eggs, and he has lost both the goose and his source of wealth. This story illustrates the dangers of greed and the importance of appreciating what one has.