The Helpful Magan In the quaint village of Pataliputra, a humble woodcutter named Magan faced not only the challenges of earning a living but also a severe illness that made him an outcast. Afflicted by a disease that repelled others, Magan led a solitary life. One day, fate intervened as King Ashok of Pataliputra ventured into the forest for a hunt. Resting near a river, an ill-intentioned spy from a rival kingdom seized the opportunity to push the king into the water, disappearing without a trace. The king, unable to swim, cried out for help. Magan, drawn by the king's distress, rushed to the riverbank, accompanied by his friends. Swiftly, Magan threw a rope into the river, aiding the struggling king to safety. Despite the grave risk, Magan's act of compassion prevailed. However, Magan's friends, oblivious to the king's identity, revealed Magan's condition, earning the ire of King Ashok. Quick to anger, the king sentenced them to death. In a plea for mercy, Magan ...
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