In a peaceful village lived a boy named Kavin. He had a very kind heart, but some of his friends were often unkind. They enjoyed making fun of others and telling small lies to get what they wanted. One afternoon, these friends planned to play a mean prank on an elderly neighbor, Mr. Mani. Kavin felt uneasy and told them it was wrong, but they laughed at him and called him a coward.
Feeling lonely and upset, Kavin went home. His father, a wise man, noticed his sadness. He sat Kavin down and said, 'My son, protect the goodness in your heart. If you surround yourself with people who do wrong, you will lose your way. But if you choose good company, you will find honor and happiness.'
Kavin took his father's words to heart. He decided to distance himself from the group that enjoyed being mean. Instead, he started spending time with a group of students who loved reading and helping others. Together, they started a small community garden and a reading club. As they worked together, the villagers began to notice their kindness. Soon, Kavin was respected by everyone in the village. By choosing good friends and keeping his heart pure, he gained the respect and joy he had always dreamed of.
