The Lost Horizon🔊

In the bustling city of Manhat, there lived a curious young fellow named Luke. He worked as a chalk artist, bringing grey sidewalks to life with images of faraway lands, mythical creatures, and blossoming gardens. Luke had an innate longing for adventure and discovery, a trait nurtured by his Grandfather with whom he spent his childhood exploring the city.

Luke shared his tiny apartment with an elderly woman, Miss Mabel, who had a peculiar hobby of collecting weathered books from every finance, literature, to even cookery. Among these was a book named 'The Lost Horizon' authored by a 17th-century monk. It spoke of a mysterious land where time seemed meaningless and wisdom was the greatest treasure.

Fuelled by his desire to explore, Luke took upon himself to find the Lost Horizon. He bid goodbye to his beloved city and set on his solo trip, armed only with his determination and the age-old book. His first stop was the cliff of Dover, as illustrated in the book. Standing on the cliff, Luke could feel the wind blustering in his ears, carrying whispers of the past. He deciphered as much as he could before continuing the journey.

Luke spent his days deciphering the symbols, languages, and hidden clues in the saga. From the city center of Bruges to the dense forests of the Black Forest, he wandered. He climbed steep mountains, swam across vast rivers, survived the wild and braved every circumstance. With each destination, he unraveled a piece of the mystical tale.

On the 5th month of his journey, Luke arrived in a secluded Tibetan village, which was said to be a gateway to the Lost Horizon. Humble villagers lived in harmony, leading simple lives. They welcomed him warmly and shared stories of their ancestors who gossiped about a haven hidden inside the gigantic Himalayas.

Using his instinct and maps embedded in the book, Luke embarked towards the icy peaks. The mountain posed a formidable challenge, however he marched with an indomitable spirit. On the seventh day, after an arduous trek, he arrived at a strange location. There was an unusual quietness, and time seemed to slow down. Enveloped by mist was a peculiar gate; 'The gate of ages', as written in the book, which led to the Lost Horizon.

With bated breath, Luke pushed open the gate. Behind it, he discovered a serene valley, lush with old wide trees, shining rivers, and towering peaks touched by sunlight. Time seemed still, and the valley seemed alive, whispering the tales of centuries. He encountered welcoming beings who were several centuries old, yet aged only to their prime. They possessed profound wisdom and had surreally tranquil faces. The Lost Horizon was a land untouched by hatred, greed, or ambition; it was filled only with knowledge, love, and peace.

Luke spent several days absorbing the wisdom, revearing in the simplicity, painting the surreal landscapes, and bonding with the beings. He found the treasure not in gold but wisdom. With a heavy heart, he bid farewell to the valley, heading back to share his newfound knowledge with his world.

After significant time, Luke arrived back in Manhat. It was the same bustling city, but he saw it differently. He went on to share his experience of the Lost Horizon, using his chalk art and storytelling, bringing a sense of peace, simplicity, and wisdom to the grey sidewalks of the city.

Luke's journey to the Lost Horizon had not only fulfilled his craving for exploration and discovery but also transformed him into a beacon of wisdom, forever changing his world. Through his story, Luke became a living testament that the greatest journey a man can undertake is the one that leads inward, towards self-discovery.