The Remarkable Rocket

The King’s son was going to be married to a Russian Princess who had arrived from Finland in a sledge drawn by six reindeer. She was very beautiful, and the people called her a white rose. Three days later, the wedding was celebrated with great festivities, including a magnificent banquet and a grand ball. The final event was a spectacular display of fireworks at midnight. As the fireworks waited to be set off, they began talking to one another. Among them was a Rocket who spoke in a slow, distinct voice and with great self-importance. He considered himself extraordinary and expected everyone to admire and sympathise with him. Why did the Rocket consider the King’s son fortunate? Why did he believe himself to be remarkable? What happened to the Rocket when the other fireworks were set off? How did the Rocket finally meet his end? Read this amusing story to discover whether the Rocket was truly remarkable.