Once upon a time, in a small village at the foot of a mighty mountain, there lived a young boy named Jethro. Jethro was quite different from other children his age. For one thing, he had no family. He was an orphan, living alone in a ramshackle hut not far from the edge of the village. He had no one to take care of him and no family to love him.

Jethro spent his days doing odd jobs around the village, such as carrying water from the well and helping out with the livestock. He was always ready with a helping hand and a kind word, but often his assistance went unappreciated. People in the village simply saw Jethro as an orphan, not as a person.

One day, while Jethro was helping with the animals, a mysterious stranger appeared. The man was tall and wore a long, dark cloak, which gave him an air of mystery. Jethro had never seen anyone like him before.

The stranger introduced himself as a traveler who had come to visit the village. Jethro was immediately intrigued by the man and followed him around as he asked questions and marveled at the beauty of the village. As their friendship grew, the traveler began to take Jethro on adventures around the mountain.

One day, the traveler took Jethro to the top of the mountain. As they climbed, the traveler told Jethro stories about the ancient civilizations that had once lived in the area. He also told him about the great power that could be found at the peak of the mountain.

When they finally reached the top, the traveler revealed the secret to Jethro – the mountain contained a powerful source of magical energy that could grant any wish Jethro desired. The traveler warned Jethro that the power had to be used responsibly and judiciously, but Jethro was too excited and eagerly wished for a family of his own.

The next morning, Jethro awoke to find that his wish had been granted! He had been adopted by a loving family, and now he was no longer an orphan.

Jethro was overjoyed and thanked the traveler for helping him fulfill his wish. The traveler smiled and said, “Remember, Jethro, that with great power comes great responsibility. Use your newfound family wisely, and you will be rewarded.”

Jethro learned from the traveler’s advice and used his newfound family to help those in need in the village. He shared his home and food with those who needed it and did whatever he could to make the village a better place for everyone. Over time, Jethro’s kindness and compassion earned him the respect of his neighbors, and he was no longer seen as an orphan, but as a beloved member of the village.

Moral of the story: With great power comes great responsibility. When we are blessed with fortune and privilege, it is our responsibility to use it to make the world a better place.