Once upon a time, in a small town named Fortairm, lived a young boy named Alexander. Alexander was not like the other children. While they played outside, he preferred to stay indoors, surrounded by his beloved books. His parents were worried about his lack of social interaction, but Alexander was content with his world of stories and knowledge.
One day, a new family moved into the town. They had a daughter named Baozhai who was the same age as Alexander. Baozhai was outgoing and loved to play outside. She tried to befriend Alexander, but he was too engrossed in his books to pay her any attention.
Baozhai was persistent, though. She started visiting Alexander every day, trying to engage him in different activities. But Alexander always had a book in his hand, and he would politely decline her invitations. Baozhai was intrigued by Alexander's love for books and decided to give them a try.
One day, she asked Alexander to recommend a book for her. Alexander was surprised but happy. He gave her a copy of his favorite book, "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer." Baozhai started reading the book and was instantly hooked. She found a new world within the pages of the book, a world full of adventure and excitement.
As days passed, Baozhai started spending more time with Alexander, discussing books and stories. They would sit for hours, lost in their world of books. The other children in the town noticed this change in Baozhai. They were curious and started joining Alexander and Baozhai in their reading sessions.
Soon, the whole town was engrossed in books. The sight of a book became a source of joy and excitement for everyone. The parents, who were initially worried about Alexander's obsession with books, were now proud of him. They realized that books were not just a source of knowledge but also a means of bringing people together.
The story of Alexander and Baozhai teaches us the moral of the quote, "Many people, myself among them, feel better at the mere sight of a book." Books have the power to transport us to different worlds, teach us new things, and even bring us together. They are not just a source of entertainment but also a source of comfort and joy.
