PARROT

In a bustling city, there lived a green parrot named Pico. Pico wasn’t like other parrots. While most parrots could mimic words and sounds, Pico had the rare ability to speak fluently like humans. But Pico didn’t just repeat what he heard—he could hold conversations, tell stories, and even crack jokes.

Pico lived in a pet shop run by a kind old man named Mr. Patel. Every day, people would come to the shop, amazed to hear Pico chat away. However, Pico wasn’t happy. He longed to see the world beyond the shop, to meet new people and have adventures.

One day, a little girl named Maya visited the shop with her parents. When Maya approached Pico’s cage, he greeted her with a cheerful, "Hello! What’s your name?" Maya giggled and introduced herself. She was instantly charmed by Pico's wit and decided to take him home.

At Maya's house, Pico's world expanded. He explored the garden, learned new songs from Maya, and even helped her with her homework by spelling out words. Pico's favorite pastime was storytelling. Every evening, he would gather Maya and her friends, sharing tales of imaginary lands, daring pirates, and talking animals. His stories became so popular that soon the neighborhood kids flocked to Maya’s house.

Word spread, and one day, Pico was invited to perform at the local library. Standing on a small wooden perch, he began narrating a thrilling adventure about a brave parrot who saved a ship from sinking. The audience was mesmerized. Pico became the town's little celebrity, loved by children and adults alike.

Despite his newfound fame, Pico remained humble. He often said, "A voice is a gift, but it's what you say that truly matters." Pico used his talent to spread joy, teach kindness, and inspire curiosity.

Over time, Pico’s stories reached beyond the town. A famous author heard about him and helped Pico publish a children's book, Tales from Pico the Parrot. The book became a bestseller, making Pico an international star.

But Pico's greatest joy was still spending time with Maya and her friends, reminding them to dream big and always believe in themselves.

And so, the parrot who could talk became more than just a bird with a voice—he became a storyteller who touched hearts far and wide.