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The Mango Tree’s Secret

In the small village of Chandpur, surrounded by lush fields and vibrant flowers, stood an ancient mango tree.

This tree was unlike any other; it was said to be magical.

The villagers believed that whoever ate its fruit would have their deepest wish come true.

However, the tree bore fruit only once every seven years.

The story begins with Arjun, a young boy of twelve, who lived in the village with his mother.

Arjun’s father had passed away when he was very young, leaving his mother to raise him alone.

They were poor, but they were happy. Arjun was a curious and kind-hearted boy, always ready to help others.

As the time approached for the mango tree to bear fruit, excitement buzzed through the village.

People from neighboring villages also came, hoping to get a chance to taste the magical mango.

However, there was a twist. The tree would bear only one mango, and it would choose its recipient.

One evening, while Arjun was helping his mother in the kitchen, an old man knocked on their door. He was frail and looked hungry.

Without hesitation, Arjun invited him in and offered him their meager meal.

The old man gratefully accepted and, after eating, he looked at Arjun with twinkling eyes.

“Thank you, young boy. You have a kind heart. What is your deepest wish?” the old man asked.

Arjun thought for a moment and said, “I wish for my mother to be happy and never to struggle again.”

The old man smiled and patted Arjun’s head before leaving.

The next morning, the villagers gathered around the mango tree. As the sun rose, a single golden mango appeared, glistening in the light.

The tree’s branches swayed gently, and the mango slowly descended, coming to rest in Arjun’s hands.

The villagers were astonished but also joyful, as they believed that the tree had made a wise choice.

Arjun took the mango home and shared it with his mother. As soon as they ate the fruit, their small, dilapidated house began to transform.

It expanded and became a beautiful, comfortable home filled with everything they needed.

Arjun’s mother felt a surge of energy and happiness she hadn’t felt in years.

News of the miracle spread quickly, and people from far and wide came to see the house and hear the story.

Arjun and his mother welcomed everyone with open arms, sharing their good fortune and helping those in need.

Years passed, and Arjun grew up to be a wise and generous man, always remembering the lesson of kindness and the magic of the mango tree.

The villagers never forgot the miracle, and every seven years, they would gather around the tree, hoping for their wishes to be granted, always remembering that the greatest magic lay in kindness and generosity.