A white money rooster

Once upon a time, in a French village lost among the hills, a white rooster was born. The owner named him Alabaster. He was no different from any other pet bird until he grew up and learnt to run away into the forest. Sometimes he disappeared in the forest for 2 or 3 days. One day he came back from the forest and the owner noticed that the rooster was different from other birds: his feathers shimmered in the sun like silver. The next day, when he went out into the yard and shouted the morning crow, coins sprinkled from the sky. The village was amazed, and word of the magic rooster spread faster than a forest fire. Businessmen and merchants flocked to the village square, hoping to see the spectacle and get their hands on Alabaster. They offered the rooster's master, an old farmer named Elias, money, land, and treasure. However, Elias had a good heart, and he treasured Alabaster as a member of his family. He refused all offers, for he knew that friendship was more important than wealth. And all the money the rooster brought in went for the good of the whole village and every inhabitant. Thanks to Alabaster's abilities, the village prospered, news about the white money rooster Alabaster attracted curious guests from different parts of the world. People brought gifts, hoping to catch a glimpse of the amazing bird. And if Alabaster lost a feather, it was immediately picked up by tourists, hoping that these feathers would become a talisman of happiness or wealth. Alabaster's white rooster became a symbol of good luck and prosperity, and the village became a bustling centre. However, as time passed, the rooster grew old and weak. His once brilliant feathers faded, and the marvellous rain of coins turned to a fine drizzle. Concerned whispers crept among the villagers, and Elias realised that Alabaster could no longer be the symbol of their village. Instead of sinking into despair, Elias urged the villagers to gather again in the square. The people gathered in the square, their faces looking concerned. What awaited them if the rooster stopped crowing altogether or died. With Alabaster sitting proudly on his shoulder, Elias reminded the villagers what the rooster had brought them in the meantime, not only tourism and prosperity, but that it wasn't all about money. The village came together, shared stories and made lasting friendships, all the villagers began to live a very different life - all thanks to the white rooster. The villagers realised the true value of alabaster - a symbol of unity and community spirit. They offered to raise funds to create an orphanage for Alabaster, where he could live out his days in peace and happiness. Elias again rejected all offers, insisting that Alabaster's place was among the people who loved him. The story of the white rooster, is not a story about a rooster bringing in money, but a story about camaraderie, generosity and true values. thanks for TEz from https://maestromuseum.xyz/