Once upon a time, a young prince named Alexander lived in a far-off kingdom. He was a curious and intelligent young man, always eager to learn and explore.

  One day, he decided that he wanted to embark on a quest to find the greatest wisdom in the land. Alexander set out on his journey with nothing but his wits and his trusty steed. He traveled far and wide, seeking out the wisest sages and scholars in the land. He listened to their teachings and absorbed their knowledge, but he still felt that there was something missing.

  One day, as he was wandering through a dense forest, he came across an old man sitting by a stream. The man was dressed in rags and looked as though he had not eaten in days. Alexander approached him and asked if he needed any help.

  The old man looked up at him with a twinkle and said, "I may be poor and hungry, but I possess wisdom greater than any scholar or sage in the land. If you can answer my riddle, I will share it with you."

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  Alexander was intrigued and asked the old man to pose his riddle.

  The old man said, "I am always hungry; I must always be fed. The finger I touch will soon turn red. What am I?"

  Alexander thought for a moment and then exclaimed, "Fire!"

  The old man smiled and said, "You are indeed wise, my young prince. The greatest wisdom is not found in books or lectures but in the experiences and challenges we face. You have proven yourself to be a worthy seeker of knowledge."

  Alexander thanked the old man and continued his journey, feeling wiser and more fulfilled than ever. He realized that true wisdom was not something that could be found in a single place or person but was something that he would continue to seek and discover throughout his life. And so, he rode off into the sunset, ready for whatever adventures lay ahead.