As a flock of graceful swans glided elegantly over the beach, a cheeky crow perched nearby, mocking their flight with arrogance. "You call that flying?" he taunted. "Let me show you what real skill looks like!"
Undeterred by the crow's arrogance, an old swan cautioned against such prideful boasting. But the crow, blinded by his own vanity, challenged the swans to a flying competition.
In the first stage, the crow flaunted his aerial acrobatics, circling and swooping with apparent ease. The swans, unable to match his showmanship, flew with quiet dignity, their graceful flight unmarred by flamboyant tricks.
Unfazed by their simple elegance, the crow boasted even louder, convinced of his superiority. However, as the competition progressed to the second stage, the tables turned.
Setting off over the vast expanse of the sea, the swan led the way, his steady flight a testament to endurance and strength. The crow, struggling to keep pace, soon found himself exhausted and faltering.
Desperate and humbled, the crow pleaded for help as he neared the water's surface, his arrogance washed away by the realization of his own limitations. In an act of mercy, the swan carried the weary crow back to safety.
In that moment of humility, the crow learned a valuable lesson: true greatness lies not in boastful displays, but in recognizing and appreciating the unique qualities of others. And so, with a newfound sense of humility, the crow soared once again, humbled by the wisdom of the swan.
The tale serves as a reminder that arrogance leads only to downfall, while humility opens the door to understanding and compassion.