In a peaceful village lived a young boy named Ashok. He had a wonderful talent for painting. One day, his father gifted him a set of professional brushes for the upcoming village festival. 'Use these to show everyone your beautiful art, Ashok,' his father encouraged.
At first, Ashok was excited. But slowly, a habit crept in. 'I'll start tomorrow,' he would say, pushing his work to the next day. One afternoon, while preparing his colors, he felt a bit sleepy. 'I'll just take a quick nap and paint with a fresh mind,' he thought. He drifted into a deep sleep. When he woke up, he had completely forgotten the design he had planned. Instead of picking up the brush, he sat idly, thinking he had plenty of time left.
Suddenly, the festival morning arrived. The village was filled with music and lights, but Ashok’s canvas remained blank. The villagers, who were eager to see his masterpiece, looked on with disappointment. Ashok felt a heavy knot in his chest. He realized that his procrastination, forgetfulness, and laziness had stolen his opportunity to shine. From that day on, Ashok learned to value time and act without delay.
