In the heart of the garden, a proud peacock strutted around, flaunting its colorful feathers. It loved to preen and show off its beauty, believing it to be the most magnificent creature in the garden.

On the other side of the garden, a diligent sparrow busied itself with building a nest. It worked tirelessly, collecting twigs and leaves, unfazed by the peacock's colorful display.

The peacock often mocked the sparrow for its plain appearance and simple lifestyle. It believed its beauty made it superior to the small bird. The sparrow, however, remained focused on its work, ignoring the peacock's jibes.

One sunny day, the peacock, in all its splendor, was showing off its feathers to the other birds in the garden. The sparrow, on the other hand, was busy strengthening its nest, preparing for any unforeseen events.

Suddenly, a heavy rainstorm struck. The peacock’s elaborate feathers, though beautiful, became heavy and cumbersome. It struggled to find shelter as the rain drenched its feathers, weighing it down.

Seeing the peacock in distress, the sparrow invited it to take refuge in its simple nest. The nest was warm and dry, providing a safe haven from the rain. The peacock, surprised by the sparrow's kindness, gratefully accepted.

As the rain subsided, the peacock, still in the sparrow’s nest, asked the sparrow, 'Why did you help me despite my pride?' The sparrow looked at the peacock, its eyes filled with wisdom.

The sparrow replied, 'My parents taught me to be kind and to value what truly matters. Beauty fades, but the love and care of family are everlasting.' The peacock was humbled by the sparrow's words.

It realized that its beauty, though admired, did not make it superior. It learned that true value lies not in appearances, but in love, kindness, and the ability to help others when they are in need.

From that day forward, the peacock no longer strutted around the garden in arrogance. Instead, it admired the hard work of the sparrow and the other birds, understanding the value of their efforts.