The young man came across a weird box that had fallen from a plane fifty years before on a typical day. He became interested in its past and started doing research on the region where it had landed in an effort to learn more about its origins.
He found the box after weeks of looking for it, joyfully opened it, and then froze in shock at what he saw inside. Beyond his wildest expectations, it was stuffed with goodies.
The young man, who had integrity, could not face the idea of hoarding such wealth for himself. He immediately called the police and told them what he had found.
To identify the genuine owners of the valuables, the authorities started a thorough inquiry, but their efforts were ineffective. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to track down the lost box’s legitimate owners.
The police therefore made the decision to split the loot between the young man and the city. The young man was happy to have the chance to keep some of the wealth, but he was aware that by alerting the authorities to his find, he had done the right thing.
The young guy was ultimately rewarded for his honesty and integrity, and he was able to go to sleep knowing that he had made the right decision. His experience serves as a reminder that, even in the face of intense temptation, honesty and integrity are always the wisest course of action.
