Once upon a time, in a distant land, there lived a young boy named Alter Konig. Alter Konig was a kind and gentle boy, with a heart filled with love for all creatures, especially horses.
One sunny morning, as Alter Konig was playing in the meadow, he came across a beautiful white horse. The horse was standing all alone, and it seemed to be very sad.
Alter Konig approached the horse slowly and gently, and he began to talk to it in a soft voice. To his surprise, the horse listened attentively, as if it could understand every word he said.
Alter Konig and the horse talked for hours that day, and they quickly became friends. The horse told Alter Konig that its name was Lightning, and that it had been lost for days.
Alter Konig promised Lightning that he would help him find his way home. And so, together, they set off on a journey through the forest.
As they traveled, Alter Konig and Lightning talked about many things. They talked about their families and friends, their dreams, and their hopes for the future.
One day, as they were riding through a dark and dangerous forest, they were attacked by a group of bandits. The bandits were armed with swords and axes, and they were determined to rob Alter Konig and Lightning of their belongings.
Alter Konig was scared, but he was not afraid to fight for his friend. He jumped off Lightning's back and drew his sword.
The bandits were surprised to see a young boy standing in their way. They laughed at him and told him to get out of their way.
But Alter Konig did not listen. He charged at the bandits, sword in hand. The bandits were no match for Alter Konig's courage and determination, and they were quickly defeated.
After the bandits had been defeated, Alter Konig and Lightning continued on their journey. They finally reached Lightning's home, a beautiful meadow on the outskirts of a village.
Lightning's family was overjoyed to see him again. They thanked Alter Konig for his help, and they invited him to stay with them for as long as he wanted.
Alter Konig stayed with Lightning's family for many months. He learned a great deal about horses, and he made many new friends.
But eventually, it was time for Alter Konig to return home. He said goodbye to Lightning and his family, and he promised that he would never forget them.
Alter Konig returned home a changed boy. He had learned the importance of courage, determination, and friendship. And he had a new appreciation for the beauty and wonder of the natural world.
And so, Alter Konig lived happily ever after, always remembering the adventures he shared with his friend, Lightning the horse.