A cruel and greedy lord demands everything beautiful for himself. When he spots a magnificent mandarin drake with brightly colored feathers, he captures the bird and locks it away in a cage. But the beautiful drake is completely miserable without his mate, refusing to eat or sing in his lonely prison.
Seeing the bird's deep sorrow, a kindhearted kitchen maid and a gentle samurai take pity on the drake. They know the lord will be furious, but they bravely risk their own lives and freedom to release the bird so he can return to his mate. When the lord discovers their betrayal, he sentences the couple to a terrible punishment. Just when all hope seems lost, two mysterious strangers arrive to help the brave couple, proving that acts of true compassion are always rewarded.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
32 Pages
