In a peaceful village lived two friends, Arjun and Rohan. Arjun was calm and hardworking, while Rohan was energetic but often spoke without thinking. One afternoon, while they were helping prepare for the village festival, Rohan teased Arjun, saying, 'You are so slow, Arjun! I don't think you can finish this on time.' Arjun felt hurt, but he simply smiled and kept working, choosing not to argue.
The next day, when Arjun was away, Rohan gathered a few friends and whispered, 'Actually, Arjun is quite lazy and unreliable. He can't handle much responsibility.' This gossip spread quickly. When Arjun found out, his heart sank. He felt betrayed and embarrassed, realizing that his friends' perception of him had changed because of Rohan's words.
The friendship became strained for weeks. However, during a sudden storm in the village, Arjun showed great courage and helped everyone secure their homes. Seeing Arjun's true strength, Rohan felt a deep sense of shame. He realized that the things he said behind Arjun's back were not only untrue but also deeply unkind. Rohan approached Arjun, apologized sincerely, and promised never to speak ill of anyone in their absence again.
