Rudyard Kipling was a prolific author, and it's possible you're misremembering the title or perhaps there's a similar story you're thinking of.
To help you find the story you're looking for, could you provide more information?
* Any other details you remember about the story? (e.g., characters, plot, setting, themes)
* Are you sure it was written by Rudyard Kipling? (perhaps you're thinking of a different author)
With more information, I might be able to help you track down the story you're looking for.