Once upon a time, in a faraway kingdom, there lived a beautiful and wise sultan named Safia. She was known for her kindness and intelligence, always finding the best solutions for her people's troubles.

Safia had a unique gift – she was able to communicate with animals, which helped her understand the world around her even better. Her people loved her for this ability as it brought prosperity to their lives.

As a sultan, Safia had many responsibilities. She was in charge of making important decisions for her kingdom and ensuring everyone lived in peace. Her days were filled with meetings, gatherings, and supervising her advisors.

Safia's kingdom was surrounded by seven other kingdoms, each ruled by a different ruler. Some were friendly and wanted to maintain good relationships, others were envious or suspicious of Safia's unique skills.

One of these kingdoms was ruled by a cunning and envious queen named Zara. She always wanted to have more power, and thus, she planned to send her spies to Safia's kingdom to steal her secret of communicating with animals.

Before Zara could execute her plan, her spies were caught by Safia's guards. Safia, being as wise as she was, decided to confront Zara in person to settle matters peacefully.

Accompanied by her trusted advisors, Safia began her journey to Zara's kingdom. Along the way, they encountered various challenges, like crossing treacherous mountains and passing through dense forests.

Finally, Safia and her entourage arrived at Zara's palace, greeted with a cold reception. Zara prepared a feast in her palace, hoping to outsmart Safia during their discussions.

At the dinner table, Safia expressed her hope for peace between their kingdoms. Zara, however, insisted that stealing Safia's secret was the only way to gain control over nature and ensure the prosperity of her people.

Safia, understanding that Zara's heart was filled with jealousy, decided to reveal her secret in an attempt to change Zara’s mindset. She told Zara that her gift was not a secret, but a result of love and understanding towards all creatures.

Zara, not willing to accept this answer, insisted that Safia perform a demonstration. Safia agreed, but on one condition – Zara must attempt to understand an animal's feelings before she could possess the gift herself.

A dove was brought in for the test. Zara, too proud to admit her inability to understand the bird, claimed that the bird was asking for a lavish meal. The room went silent as Safia listened carefully.

Safia smiled compassionately and spoke to the dove. The bird sang in return, and Safia relayed the message – the dove wanted to be released to reunite with its family. The people in the room were amazed by her compassion.

Zara was humiliated, yet she couldn't deny the truth. She realized that her envious heart had blinded her from truly understanding others. Filled with remorse, she asked Safia to teach her the way to communicate with animals.

Safia agreed to help Zara, but reminded her that the journey would not be easy. It would require patience, love, and compassion towards all creatures, even those she had never considered before.

Over the next several months, Safia and her advisors stayed in Zara's kingdom, teaching her the importance of understanding and empathy. Slowly but surely, Zara's heart began to open up to the world around her.

Zara started spending time in nature, feeding and caring for animals, and speaking to them with an open heart. To her surprise, she began to understand their feelings and needs, much like Safia had.

During this time, the two rulers became close friends, and their kingdoms began to prosper together. They shared their knowledge and resources, ensuring that their people were happy and content.

Word spread across the land about the wise Safia and the changed Zara, and soon, the rulers of the other kingdoms sought Safia's guidance. She gladly offered her wisdom to those who were willing to learn.

Years passed, and the relationships between the kingdoms became stronger. Peace and prosperity reigned, and Safia's reputation as a wise and compassionate ruler grew beyond her own lands.

Safia continued to teach Zara and the other rulers the importance of empathy and understanding towards all living beings, helping them unlock the hidden gifts within their own hearts.

As the kingdoms flourished, their citizens were inspired to live harmoniously with the animals, plants, and each other. They learned to respect and cherish the world around them, leading to a golden age of happiness and peace.

Safia eventually grew old, but her legacy lived on in the hearts of those she had touched. Her wisdom and compassion had changed the lives of people and animals alike, creating a world where understanding and love reigned.

To honor Safia's memory, Zara and the other rulers built a monument in the form of a grand library, where people from all kingdoms could come to learn and share the knowledge of love and understanding.

And so, the tale of Safia the Sultan, a wise and compassionate leader who changed the world with her love for all living creatures, became a story of inspiration and hope for generations to come. Her message of empathy and understanding echoed throughout the ages, reminding all who heard it of the power that lies within a loving heart.