Once upon a time, there was a king named King Callous. He was known for his rough and tough attitude, and no one in the kingdom dared to cross him. But, little did everyone know, that deep down he had a heart of gold.

One day, a poor farmer came to the kingdom seeking help. The crops had failed, and he had no food to feed his family. King Callous, though outwardly calm, was cautious and careful in his decision-making. He didn't want to be seen as weak, but he also didn't want the farmer and his family to go hungry.

So, he called upon his most charitable advisors and came up with a plan. The kingdom would donate food to the farmer and his family, and the king would personally deliver it to their doorstep. The farmer was overjoyed and thanked the king with tears in his eyes.

From that day on, King Callous was no longer just known for his callous attitude. People started to see the charitable and cheerful side of him as well. He was clever in his ways and courtly in his manners, and the kingdom flourished under his rule.

The moral of the story is that even the toughest of people can have a kind heart, and it's never too late to show it.

Reflections

1. What was King Callous known for in the beginning of the story?
2. How did King Callous help the poor farmer and his family?
3. What changed in the kingdom after King Callous showed his charitable side?
4. Why do you think King Callous hid his kind heart in the beginning?
5. What is the moral of the story?
6. Can you think of a time when someone showed kindness despite their tough exterior?
7. How can we learn to be more like King Callous and show kindness to those in need?