The old man and the parrot English Story

English Story

Once upon a time, in a quiet village nestled between rolling hills and lush forests, there lived an old man named Gideon. Gideon was known throughout the village for his wisdom, kindness, and a little parrot named Oliver who was his constant companion. Oliver was no ordinary parrot; he had a remarkable ability to mimic human speech and could even carry on simple conversations.

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Gideon's home was a quaint cottage on the edge of the village. He lived a peaceful life, tending to his garden, sharing stories with children, and offering advice to those in need. Oliver, perched on his shoulder or the windowsill, would often chime in with amusing remarks, bringing laughter to the household.

One day, a traveling merchant arrived in the village. He was an eccentric man, dressed in vibrant robes and adorned with trinkets from far-off lands. Intrigued by the parrot, the merchant approached Gideon and offered a hefty sum of gold to buy Oliver.

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"No amount of gold can replace the joy and companionship Oliver brings me," Gideon replied with a smile.

The merchant, however, was persistent. He returned day after day, increasing his offer each time. Finally, in a moment of desperation, he offered Gideon a magical potion that could grant him a wish. Curiosity piqued, Gideon asked the merchant to elaborate.

"This potion," the merchant explained, "has the power to make your deepest desire come true. It is a rare and priceless gift."

Gideon thought long and hard. Although the idea of having a wish granted was tempting, he couldn't imagine life without Oliver. Sensing his dilemma, Oliver fluttered down to Gideon's shoulder and whispered, "Take the potion, my friend. Use it wisely."

With a heavy heart, Gideon agreed to the trade. He handed over Oliver and received the potion in return. That night, as Gideon sat alone in his cottage, he pondered what his deepest desire truly was. After much reflection, he decided.

"I wish for Oliver to be happy and free, wherever he may be," he declared as he drank the potion.

The next morning, Gideon woke up to the familiar sound of Oliver's cheerful chirping. To his amazement, Oliver was back, perched on the windowsill. But something was different. The parrot was surrounded by a flock of other colorful birds, all chirping happily.

Gideon realized that his wish had not only returned Oliver to him but had also given him a new family of feathered friends. From that day on, his cottage became a sanctuary for birds of all kinds, filling the air with their joyous songs.

The villagers marveled at the sight and often visited Gideon's cottage to experience the harmony between man and nature. Gideon lived out his days surrounded by the love and companionship of his winged friends, grateful for the lesson that true happiness comes from selfless love and the freedom to be oneself.

And so, the old man and the parrot lived happily ever after, their bond stronger than ever.