Everyday Heroes E-Book

Shyendra Gopal

• Herausgeber: BookRix
• Kategorie: Fantasy und Science-Fiction
• Sprache: Englisch

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2023

Beschreibung

Short stories about everyday heroes. On a daily basis, people from all walks of life are doing awesome things unassumingly. These people go unnoticed and yet they continue to do it.

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Shyendra Gopal

Everyday Heroes

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Tom saves a pigeon ...

Tom was walking down the bustling city streets, lost in his own thoughts. It had been a long day at work, and he couldn't wait to get home and relax. As he turned a corner, his attention was suddenly drawn to a commotion on the pavement. A small, injured pigeon was frantically flapping its wings, trying to escape the clutches of a stray cat. 

Without a moment's hesitation, Tom rushed over to intervene. He grabbed a nearby newspaper and waved it in the air, scaring the cat away. The frightened pigeon hopped onto Tom's shoulder, seeking safety. It looked up at him with its big, pleading eyes, as if thanking him for his timely intervention. 

Tom gently scooped up the injured bird and cradled it in his hands. He could feel the rapid beat of its heart and noticed a small cut on one of its wings. Tom knew he had to act quickly to save the pigeon's life. Without wasting a moment, he carefully tucked the pigeon into his jacket and made his way to the nearest veterinary clinic. 

The waiting room was filled with anxious pets and their worried owners, but Tom couldn't help but focus on the injured pigeon in his hands. He approached the reception desk, explaining the situation to the kind receptionist, who immediately called the veterinarian. 

Just as Tom was about to take a seat, a young woman with a warm smile on her face approached him. She introduced herself as Dr. Emily, the clinic's resident avian specialist. Gently taking the pigeon from Tom's hands, she examined its wing and assured Tom that with prompt medical attention, the bird stood a good chance of recovering. 

Tom thanked Dr. Emily profusely and left his contact information before bidding the pigeon goodbye. As he stepped out of the clinic, he couldn't help but feel a sense of relief and satisfaction. In that moment, he realized that even the smallest acts of kindness could make a significant difference in someone's life, no matter how big or small they were. 

Days passed, and Tom found himself constantly thinking about the injured pigeon. The thought of its recovery and eventual release back into the wild brought him immense joy. Driven by curiosity, he decided to call the veterinary clinic to inquire about the pigeon's progress. 

To his delight, Dr. Emily answered the phone and updated him on the pigeon's progress. She informed Tom that with proper treatment and care, the pigeon had fully recovered and was deemed fit to be released. Dr. Emily invited Tom to join her in setting the bird free, so he could witness the culmination of his good deed. 

On a bright and sunny afternoon, Tom met Dr. Emily at a nearby park. They carefully carried the pigeon in a small, secure cage, ensuring its safety during the journey. As they reached an open field, Dr. Emily opened the cage door, allowing the pigeon to take flight. 

Tom watched in awe as the bird spread its wings and soared into the sky. It circled above them, as if bidding farewell and expressing its gratitude. Tom smiled, feeling a deep sense of contentment knowing that he had played a part in saving a life.