Mikedi was born in a beautiful neighborhood of Istanbul called Galata, where there is a very tall tower from which you can see the entire city.
Since he was little he had known that he was different from other kittens, as he could only see out of one eye. Sometimes the other cats made fun of him, and this made him insecure, shy, and often sad.
But what he still didn’t know was that that special eye was a magical eye, which would bring him many adventures. This is how he found out…
One day, walking through the streets, he met a man named Metin. Metin was a very wise merchant who had traveled around the world, and he understood that Mikedi was a magical kitten.
“Don’t listen to what they tell you. Sometimes being different is a stroke of luck. That little eye which now makes you different is what makes you special. Keep looking for your power and you will find it.”
“But what do you mean? I’m ashamed that everyone looks and points at me.”
“Mikedi, I can feel and see your power, but you are the one who has to trust yourself and discover it. Now go to the streets of mirrors at the Grand Bazaar and you will discover why your eye is special and sooner or later we will meet again on the way.”
“Okay, Mr. Metin. See you around!”
“See you, Mikedi. Remember my name, Metin, means strong!”
Mikedi headed towards the Grand Bazaar, which is one of the oldest bazaars in the world, famous for all the beautiful objects sold there – from the finest jewelry to the most luxurious carpets and lamps.
While he was crossing the Galata Bridge, he heard a group of kittens murmuring in the distance, “Mikedi only has one little eye! Mikedi only has one eye!”
Mikedi became sad again, but Mr. Metin’s words came to his mind, “Mikedi seek your power… sometimes being different is a stroke of luck…”
But what did he mean by that?
“I have to understand his message and discover its meaning and then I will become stronger!”
