Description: An old woman finds a magic stone that grants three wishes. On her way home, she meets a crying child and decides to use her wishes to help him.

In the heart of a bustling market town, a wizened old woman named Ora chanced upon an enchanting stone with a pulsating glow. A soft whisper radiated from it, declaring its magic power: three wishes to the person who keeps it safe.

In the folds of her woollen shawl, Ora placed the stone gently and began her ambling journey home. As she traversed the cobbled streets, a sound of pure heartbreak snagged her attention – a young boy, sobbing alone in an alley, with threadbare clothes barely shielding him from the winter’s frost.

Ora approached him softly, her heart clenched at his distress. The boy looked up, his eyes glistening with tears and desperation. In a trembling voice, he narrated his plight – an orphan, a slave to hunger and cold, with joy being an unknown companion.

Resolving to use the magic to alleviate his misery, Ora cupped the chilled, little hands into her own and summoned her first wish. To sate your hunger, she murmured. A warm loaf of bread and cheese instantly materialized in his hands. The boy stared in wide-eyed wonder before tearing hungrily into the nourishment.

As the boy ate, the old woman invoked her second wish. To ward off your cold, she whispered warmly. Immediately, the boys tattered clothing transformed into a cosy winter suit, complete with gloves and warm socks. His look of surprise was quickly replaced by a grateful smile as the chill left his body.

Finally, Ora summoned her third wish. To gift you joy and companionship, she said. To their surprise, a playful puppy, curls of fur bouncing to its steps, sauntered into the alley. The boys peal of laughter echoed around them as he embraced the puppy, his face beaming joyfully.

As the sun lazily disappeared beyond the horizon, Ora watched the boys diminishing silhouette against the twilight. His laughter still lingered in the air, and she knew she had imparted the most priceless gifts to the boy – nourishment, warmth, and companionship. It was then that Ora realized that the magic had worked both ways, bringing her an immense satisfaction in return.

Interesting Facts:

Facts:
1. Fluorine is the most reactive of all elements and no substance can resist its power of combination.
2. Fluorine is used in toothpaste and drinking water to prevent dental caries, yet it is highly toxic in pure form.
3. Fluorine can exist in liquid form in extremely cold conditions, under -219.62 Celsius.
4. Despite its reactivity, fluorine is the 13th most abundant element in the earths crust.
5. France was the first country to discover fluorine, despite many chemists trying hard due to its reactivity.

Haiku:
Invisible flame,
Burning fiercely, guarded truth,
Fluorine’s paradox.