Melting a Proud Heart

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In some tribes, a lion's mane is a valuable commodity. it is a symbol of power and pride; a proof of authority well respected among other animals.

A proud lion stumbles into a trap. Unless it is freed, it will die and never fulfill its destiny to become an heir to nature's throne. The only way to save the lion is to convince it is to shave its mane. 

 

Yell at a proud lion and it will never let you near. But if you approach it with compassion and gentleness, it will become teachable, lending you its trust so that it may be freed and saved. 

The mane itself is nothing but hair; it doesnt not make a lion a king. Instead, a lion's right to throne was assigned and cannot be taken away. 

Though not all lions will be saved, it is the original destiny of all lions to be heirs to royalty.