A long time ago, in a faraway land, there was a beautiful queen named Urvashi. She lived in a palace so grand that it seemed like a dream. The walls sparkled with gold and precious stones, and her bed was made of the finest ivory. Everywhere you looked, there were treasures shining brightly.

But Queen Urvashi was not happy. She would sit on her soft bed, looking into her mirror, and sigh deeply. Even though she was the most beautiful woman in the kingdom and had everything she could ever want, something was missing in her heart.

King Tejas, her loving husband, noticed her sadness. One evening, he asked her gently, “My queen, why do you sad so much? Is there something you wish for? Tell me, and I will do anything to make you happy.”

Queen Urvashi replied, “My King, I am tired of my beauty. Everyone praises me all the time, but it feels empty. There is no one to challenge me, no one to share this life with as an equal. My days feel dull and lifeless.”

King Tejas was moved by her words. “If it is a rival you want, my queen, I will find one for you,” he promised.

The next day, King Tejas called his Chief Vizier and said, “Send messengers across the seas. Look for the most beautiful and noble women from other lands. Bring them here so they can be companions to Queen Urvashi.”

The messengers traveled far and wide. After many months, they returned with seven young queens. Each was stunning in her own way—one had eyes that sparkled like stars, another had hair like golden silk, and another had a voice so sweet it sounded like music.

When the seven queens were presented to Queen Urvashi, they stood around her bed like jewels on a necklace. King Tejas said, “My dear Urvashi, I have brought you rivals. These queens are here to share your throne and be your equals. Are you happy now?”

But Queen Urvashi looked at her mirror again and sighed. “No, my King,” she said. “My heart still feels empty.”

Seasons Change, But the Queen’s Sadness Stays, Time passed, and the seasons changed. Spring came, bringing blooming flowers and the sweet songs of birds. Yet, Queen Urvashi still felt sad. She sat in her beautiful chamber, surrounded by treasures, looking into her mirror. But the reflection gave her no joy.

One day, her little daughter came running into the room. She was just two years old, a lively and cheerful child. Her curly hair bounced as she ran, and her golden dress trimmed with golden tassels sparkled in the sunlight.

The little girl ran to her mother’s side and tugged at her hand. “Mama!” she called happily. Before Queen Urvashi could stop her, the child grabbed the mirror from her mother’s lap.

The little girl laughed as she looked at herself in the mirror. Then, with a big smile, she kissed the mirror and placed it on her curly head, pretending it was a crown. “Look, Mama, I’m a queen too!” she said, giggling.

Queen Urvashi watched her daughter, and for the first time in a long while, she smiled. Her heart, which had felt so heavy, suddenly felt light. She reached out, pulled her daughter into her arms, and laughed with joy.

King Tejas, who had been watching quietly from the doorway, stepped into the room. “What do you see now, my queen?” he asked gently.

Queen Urvashi hugged her little girl tightly and said, “Here is my rival—not in beauty, but in love and joy. She has given me something no mirror ever could: true happiness.”

Moral of true happiness

The story of Queen Urvashi teaches us that true happiness doesn’t come from beauty, riches, or praise. It comes from love, laughter, and the simple moments we share with the people we care about. Sometimes, the greatest joy is found in the smallest, most unexpected places—like the smile of a child or the warmth of a loved one’s embrace.