Once a king wanted to appoint someone as his personal assistant. Many people had gathered in the palace. The king led them to the pond and said, “Anyone who fills the pond’s water in this pot will be chosen for the post. But I must tell you that there is a hole in the pot.” Most of the people left without even trying. Some of them tried once and then left. But one man kept filling the pot with pond’s water patiently. He filled water in the pot and kept it on the ground. But every time, the water dripped out on the ground completely. He tried many times, but in vain. At last the pond was empty. The man found a diamond ring in the empty pond and gave it to the king. The king said, “Keep the ring with you. This is the reward of your patience and hard work. You are also appointed as my personal assistant.” Thus, it is very well said that patience always pays.
