The lion and the mice

Once upon a time, in the heart of a lush green forest, there lived a mighty lion named Leo. He roamed the forest with pride, his golden mane shining under the sun. Leo was feared by all the animals, for his roar could be heard echoing through the trees.

One day, while taking a nap under a shady tree, Leo felt a tickle on his paw. He woke up to find a tiny mouse nibbling on his fur. Furious, Leo grabbed the mouse with his paw, ready to crush it. But the little mouse trembled and pleaded, «Please, mighty lion, spare my life! I am but a tiny creature. If you let me go, I promise to repay your kindness someday.»

Leo, amused by the mouse’s bravery, decided to let it go. He chuckled and said, «You are too small and weak to be of any help to me, but I spare you nonetheless.»

Days passed, and one afternoon, hunters captured Leo in a cunning trap. He struggled to break free, roaring for help. Suddenly, he felt something scurrying around him. It was the mouse, followed by a troop of its friends. They gnawed at the ropes of the trap until Leo was finally free.

Grateful and humbled, Leo thanked the mice profusely. From that day on, Leo and the mice became the best of friends. The tiny creatures would help Leo find food, and in return, Leo protected them from any danger in the forest.

The other animals marveled at the unlikely friendship between the lion and the mice. They learned that kindness knows no boundaries, and even the smallest creatures can make a big difference.

And so, in the heart of the forest, peace and harmony prevailed, all thanks to the friendship between the lion and the mice.