As the first snowflakes began to fall, the villagers watched with a mixture of curiosity and skepticism. By evening, a blizzard swept through the village, the likes of which no one had seen in years. The wind howled relentlessly, and the snow piled up in thick drifts, burying everything in its path.
Homes were quickly engulfed in snow, their roofs struggling under the weight of the relentless storm. Trees bent and snapped under the pressure, and for many, panic started to set in. As temperatures plummeted, the villagers realized how unprepared they were for such a harsh winter.
But one house stood defiant against the storm—the old woman’s. Her roof, covered with sharp wooden stakes, provided the perfect defense against the snow. The stakes broke up the snow and wind, preventing the buildup that would have otherwise crushed her home. The pointed spikes directed the snow and ice off the roof, keeping it clear and intact.
