Yesterday when I woke up I found that my floor had become a gathering place for an unusual number of flies, buzzing around lazily. But what caught my attention, even more, was a tiny lizard sitting calmly amidst the swarm of flies, praying on the them. I picked up my broomstick, intending to shoo the lizard away. It went away momentarily, seeking shelter in a crevice. However after sometime my attempts to deter it seemed to be in vain, the lizard was no more afraid of me. As the day passed, I couldn't help but observe the lizard's behavior with curiosity. It would patiently wait, analyzing the flies' movements, before pouncing on its prey.
Did the lizard have emotions? Could it feel satisfaction from its success or disappointment when it missed a catch? While it was challenging to fathom the lizard's emotions, It seemed greedy in its pursuit of flies, almost risking its own life just to satisfy its hunger.
In conclusion, the encounter with the lizard left me with more questions than answers. Did animals truly have emotions? Perhaps the lizard's persistent actions shows resemblance to a person with insatiable greed. Or maybe, it was simply following its instincts, unaware of any underlying emotions. The mysteries of the natural world continue to unfold, reminding us that every creature, big or small, has a unique story to tell.
-Aashi Gupta
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