By a beautiful river, a Scorpion asks a Frog to carry him across the water. The Frog is worried about being stung, but the Scorpion promises not to harm him. The wise Turtle, Butterfly, Bird, and the River all warn the Frog to be careful. The Frog listens to his friends and decides not to carry the Scorpion. They all learn the important lesson of trusting their instincts and understanding the true nature of others.