Seated at a table, he requested the set lunch and directed his gaze towards the outside world. A rare moment unfolded, devoid of a ceaseless list of tasks, allowing him to simply savor the scenery. However, his attention was soon captivated by the sight of two children, their mouths watering, peering through the window and observing others indulging in their meals. Touched by their longing expressions, he made a heartfelt decision—to treat them.
The duo of young ones trailed behind the mature gentleman, their curiosity piqued. With a warm smile, he presented them with menus, inquiring about their culinary preferences. Perplexed, the children set the menus aside and instead gestured towards the dish he had chosen for himself. Moved by their innocence, the man summoned the waiter and promptly ordered two additional servings of the same dish, ensuring the youngsters would partake in the delight he had discovered.
The sibling duo exchanged glances, their eyes reflecting a mix of apprehension and curiosity, before gingerly dipping their spoons into the soup. With tentative sips, they savored the flavors, their initial caution gradually giving way to an enthusiastic embrace of the nourishing warmth. Continuing their culinary journey, the man ordered a delightful indulgence for their dessert—smooth, creamy ice cream. Satisfied and content, the children bid their grateful farewells, heading homeward, while the man, recognizing the goodness he had bestowed, treated himself to another cup of coffee. In that moment, he acknowledged the deserving respite that accompanied the joy of performing a kind act.
In due time, the attentive waiter presented the man with the bill, but to his surprise, it held an unconventional message in lieu of customary figures:
“Each soul cannot be rescued, yet today you managed to save two! That suffices!”
Fixated on the note, the man’s gaze lingered for an extended moment before carefully pocketing it. The revelation had crystallized within him, eradicating any lingering uncertainty—positive deeds possess an inherent tendency to rebound, echoing back into one’s life.