Brother John

Brother John entered the ‘Monastery of Silence’ and the Head Friar said, “Welcome Brother, this is a silent monastery. You are welcome here as long as you like, but you may not speak until I direct you to do so.”

Brother John lived in the monastery for 5 years before the Head Friar said to him: “Brother John, you have been here 5 years now, you may speak two words.”

Brother John said, “Hard Bed.”

“I'm sorry to hear that” the Head Friar said. “We will get you a better bed.

After another 5 years, Brother John was called by the Head Friar. ”You may say another two words Brother John.“

”Cold Food.“ said Brother John

The Head Friar assured him that the food would be better in the future. On his 15th anniversary at the monastery, the Head Friar summoned Brother John to hear his allowed ”2-words“.

”I Quit.“ said Brother John.

”It is probably best.“ said the Head Friar. ”You've done nothing but complain since you've been here."