I have lived on this farm longer than most… And through it all, I have learned one thing: change is an illusion
Introduction
I have lived on this farm longer than most. I have seen the seasons turn, the young grow old, and the strong fall to their knees. And through it all, I have learned one thing: change is an illusion.
The Dream of Revolution
When Old Major spoke of revolution, the others listened with wide eyes and eager hearts. Even Boxer, my dearest friend, was caught up in the dream of a world where we would be free, where all animals would be equal. But I knew better. I knew that power would shift from one hand to another, that names and faces would change, but the weight on our backs would remain.
The Rise of Napoleon
At first, it seemed like a dream fulfilled. We ran the farmer off, took the land as our own, and raised the flag of Animal Farm. We were free, or so they said. The pigs, clever and quick with words, took charge. Napoleon and Snowball bickered over plans and power. And when Snowball was chased away, I saw the truth clearer than ever. The cycle had begun again.
“Napoleon is always right.” – Boxer
Napoleon ruled with an iron hoof. Squealer spun words into chains, wrapping them around the minds of my fellow animals. Boxer worked harder, always believing in the promise that things would improve. “Napoleon is always right,” he would say. I wanted to tell him otherwise, but what would it change? The windmill was built, torn down, and built again, but the farm never truly changed. Only the rules changed—subtly, quietly—until we were left with nothing but the echo of broken promises.
Boxer’s Betrayal
Then came the day they took Boxer away. He had worked himself to the bone, and in return, they sent him to his death. The pigs told us he had gone to the hospital, that he was being cared for. Lies. I alone saw the words on the cart: “Horse Slaughterer.” I alone understood what it meant. And still, I said nothing. What could I say that would make a difference? Would the others listen? Would it stop the inevitable?
“Some animals are more equal than others.” – The Commandments
The Final Betrayal
Now I watch as the pigs walk on two legs, as they drink with the humans, laugh with them, and rule as they once did. The others are shocked, but I am not. I knew from the start that no matter how much the farm changed, the truth remained the same—some animals are more equal than others.
And so, I carry on. I do my work, I say little, and I wait. Not for change. Not for revolution. But simply for time to prove me right once again.
