Some other ways are 'narrate a story', 'relate a tale' or 'recount a story'.
You can also say 'spin a yarn'. This phrase has a bit of a folksy or old - fashioned feel to it. Another option is 'share a story', which implies that you are not just telling it but also opening it up for others to be part of. And 'chronicle a story' can be used when you are telling a story in a more detailed, perhaps historical or sequential way.
You can say 'compose a tale' or 'create a narrative' or 'craft a story'.
Well, 'mournful story' is one way. Also, 'gloomy yarn' and 'melancholic anecdote' can be used instead of'sad story'. These expressions not only convey the basic meaning of a sad story but also add a bit of a different nuance. For example, 'gloomy yarn' gives a sense of a story that is not just sad but also has a kind of dark and dreary atmosphere around it, like a story told on a foggy, cold night where everything seems a bit more desolate.
Well, you could also say 'it's over and done with', 'that's the final word on it' or 'case closed'. These expressions are often used to signify that there is no more to be said or added regarding a particular situation or narrative. For example, when you've finished explaining something and don't want any further discussion or argument, you can use one of these phrases to make it clear that the matter has been fully addressed.
Some other ways to say 'the end' in a story are 'conclusion', 'finale', 'closure'.
You could use 'next', 'afterward' or 'subsequently'.
Depict the same story.
Rooted in actual events. For example, in the movie industry, many films claim to be 'rooted in actual events' which is a way to say they are based on something that really happened in real life. It gives a sense of authenticity to the story.
The end. It's a simple and straightforward alternative, just like 'end of story' but more concise.
Relate anecdotes. When you relate anecdotes, you are sharing short, interesting stories from your life or something you've witnessed. For instance, at a family gathering, people like to relate anecdotes about their childhood.