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The Unexpected Visitor in the Forest

Intermediate (B1)
5 min read

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One clear afternoon, Henry decided to walk through the quiet forest near his home. He liked to listen to the wind moving through the trees and watch the small animals that live there.

As Henry walked, he suddenly heard a soft sound behind a big tree. He quietly went closer and saw a small bird with a broken wing. It looked scared and could not fly.

Henry did not know what to do first. He wanted to help, but he also knew the forest was a place where animals live freely. He thought about calling someone who could take care of the bird.

He gently picked up the bird and carried it home in his jacket. Henry made a small bed for it and gave it some food. Every day, he checked the bird, hoping it would get better.

However, as days passed, Henry noticed the bird did not want to stay in the small bed. It often tried to fly outside his window, close to the forest.

One morning, Henry opened the window wide. The bird flew out, but instead of leaving forever, it stayed on a branch nearby, singing happily.

Henry smiled, understanding that sometimes help means giving freedom back. He felt a new respect for the forest and its creatures.

That afternoon, Henry sat quietly near the window, listening to the bird's clear song. He knew not every situation has a simple fix, and that was okay.

The forest remained calm, and Henry was happy just being part of its quiet world for a little while.

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