The Star of Estoria
Once upon a time, in a kingdom named Estoria, there lived a sparkling star. Now, this was not an ordinary star. It had the exceptional power to grant unlimited wishes to those whom it found worthy. Legend had it that centuries ago, this star descended from the cosmos and chose Estoria as its blessed abode, watching over its inhabitants.
In the heart of Estoria, lived a humble blacksmith named Elden. Wrinkles of his age traced along his sun-hardened skin and his eyes held the glow of endless wisdom. Elden was well-known for his kindness, always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. Ironically, he led a meager life devoid of any luxuries. His only possession was his unwavering belief in the existence of the sanctuary where the star resided, much to the scorn of the town's skeptics.
One night while forging in his humble abode, Elden was visited by a stranger. Cloaked in shadows, the stranger, who introduced himself as Argo, the wanderer, asked for a resting place for the night. Elden hesitated, but seeing the sincerity in Argo's eyes, he opened his abode to the stranger. That night, Elden revealed to Argo his longing to meet the star of the tales.
Argo, intrigued with Elden's story and kind-hearted nature, decided to reveal himself. With a grand flourish of his cloak, Argo transformed into his original form. His celestial radiance mesmerized Elden, for before him was the star from the legends! The titan had chosen to transform himself into Argo to seek a worthy holder of his powers.
Surprised, Elden asked why he was chosen. The star replied, 'I have been observing humans for centuries and discovered a distressing reality: power and greed often corrupt them, even with the best of intentions. However, you, dear Elden, with your unwavering heart and unmatched purity, have proved an exception.’
Elden was breathless with surprise, yet with the humility that was a part of his being, he accepted the power vested in him with great responsibility. The star, swathed in radiant celestial light, finally disappeared, with remnants of his essence embedded in Elden's core.
After that night, Elden's world was altered. Yet, he remained the humble blacksmith, using his newfound power to discreetly ease the burdens of his fellow villagers. A drought-stricken land turned fertile, epidemic-stricken lives were saved, and no soul felt the pang of hunger. Elden’s careful administration of his powers ensured that no sudden wave of fortune wrapped the people of Estoria, but everyone's life gradually improved. However, the source of these fortunate events remained unknown to all.
Elden passed away peacefully after decades, leaving behind a prosperous Estoria. His humble abode was remodeled into a grand sanctuary bearing the mark of the celestial star, a symbol of Estoria's guardian, their secret benefactor.
Many years passed, and Elden's tale faded into obscurity until a kid stumbled upon the insignia in the sanctuary. He belonged to a lineage that surprisingly held kinship with Elden. The boy brought back to life not just the tale of Elden and the star of Estoria but embodied their values and lessons: kindness, humility, and selflessness. Elden was the star who shone brightly wrapped in humble clothing; he never sought attention but subtly affected people's lives for the better. He was a hero without a mask, a supernova whose light didn't cease with his demise.
The story of Elden is a timeless tale of humility and kindness. It reiterates that power vested in the right hands can initiate significant change, uplifting lives without creating discord. Estoria prospered under the vigil of its celestial star, Elden, whose tale is a symbolic representation of an ideal leader, proving no person is too small to make a real difference.