Ancient Words in the Attic

Lily loved exploring her Grandma Rose's old house, especially the attic. It was filled with dusty treasures and forgotten stories. One day, she found an ancient book bound in faded leather. Its pages were yellowed, and the title read 'Tales of Old.' But inside, a strange sentence caught her eye: 'The handwriting is on the wall.'

Lily rushed downstairs to show the book to Grandma Rose. - Grandma, look at what I found! she exclaimed. Grandma Rose took the book gently and read the mysterious sentence. - This is an old proverb, dear, but do you know what it means? she asked with a knowing smile.

- No, but I want to find out! Lily replied eagerly. Grandma Rose nodded and began to tell a story from long ago. - In a grand city called Babylon, there was a king named Belshazzar who was not very wise, she began. - He threw a huge party and used sacred items disrespectfully. But then, something strange happened.

- What happened, Grandma? Lily asked, her eyes wide with curiosity. Grandma Rose continued, - During the party, a mysterious hand appeared and wrote on the wall. No one could understand the writing. - Was it a ghost? Lily asked. - It was a message from God, Grandma Rose replied.

King Belshazzar was terrified and called for all his wise men to read the writing. - They couldn't understand it, Grandma Rose explained. - The king was desperate and promised rewards to anyone who could decipher the message. But still, no one could help him, she continued.

- Then what happened? Lily asked, gripping the book tightly. - Finally, someone remembered Daniel, a wise man known for his wisdom, Grandma Rose said. - He could interpret dreams and understand difficult messages. Daniel was called to the palace to read the writing. - Did he do it? Lily asked eagerly.

Daniel explained the meaning of the writing, which was a warning to the king. - It said his kingdom would soon end because of his arrogance, Grandma Rose explained. - Just as Daniel predicted, the kingdom fell that very night. - Wow, so it was a real warning! Lily exclaimed.

Lily sat quietly, thinking about the story. - So, the handwriting on the wall means something bad is going to happen? she asked. Grandma Rose nodded. - Yes, it's a warning to pay attention to the signs around you. Lily felt overwhelmed by the lesson and considered giving up understanding it.

Grandma Rose gently placed her hand on Lily's shoulder. - Don't worry, sweetie, wisdom comes with time, she reassured her. - Remember, the proverb teaches us to be wise and heed warnings. Lily realized the lesson was about understanding the world around her.

Lily felt a sense of clarity and knew she had learned something important. - I'll pay attention to the signs from now on, she said with determination. - That's the spirit! Grandma Rose replied proudly. Lily knew she had unlocked a valuable piece of wisdom from the past.