The Elephant and the Mice
Once, a colony of mice lived happily in the ruins of an old city. Nearby, a herd of elephants passed through the ruins every day to reach a lake. Because the elephants were so big, they accidentally stepped on many mice and crushed their homes. The King of the Mice went to the Elephant King and said, "O Great King, your herd is destroying our homes. Please take another path to the lake. If you do, we will remember your kindness and help you one day if you are in trouble." The Elephant King laughed. "How could tiny mice ever help giant elephants? But fine, I will change our path." A few months later, hunters came to the forest and trapped the elephants in strong, thick rope nets. The elephants roared for help. The King of the Mice heard them and rushed to the spot with hundreds of his friends. The mice used their sharp teeth to gnaw through the thick ropes. Soon, the elephants were free! The Elephant King thanked the mice and realized that even the smallest friend can be a big help.