In a quaint village nestled by the forest, there lived a man known for his dedication to chopping wood. One day, while working by the village walls, he noticed the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. Despite his distraction, he focused on his work, telling himself the right time would come to approach her.

The woman, intrigued by his diligence, asked him how he managed such demanding work alone. With a peaceful tone, he explained that his family had been doing this for generations. "My father taught me, and his father taught him," he said, pride evident in his voice. She was amazed by his dedication and wondered if he ever got tired. He replied that his father's words kept him going: the key to never giving up was to have the strongest will, no matter the challenge.

Impressed by his resolve, she asked if he was free later. Shyly, he said yes, and she walked away smiling. That night, they walked through a beautiful field, her favorite place during tough times. It brought her peace. She shared that her father was the village leader and her mother had passed away. Being an only child, her father was very protective of her. He reciprocated by sharing the story of his father's tragic death while gathering wood for the village. "I promised to keep his legacy alive," he said.

Moved, she expressed her sympathy, and they shared a kiss under the starlit sky. The next morning, as he prepared for work, his friend told him the village leader wanted to see him. Confused but compliant, he went to the leader's home.

The village leader greeted him warmly. The man, anxious, asked why he was summoned. The leader assured him there was no trouble and acknowledged the growing bond between him and his daughter. The leader stated that anyone wishing to be with his daughter must prove themselves. She protested, saying he had already won her heart, but her father insisted.

The leader explained they were short on wood and the best supply was beyond the mountains. If the man could bring back enough wood before sunset, he would have his blessing. Warned of the journey's dangers, the man, determined, accepted the challenge.

As he packed, she pleaded with him not to go, fearing for his safety. He reassured her, promising to return. The journey was arduous, but his love for her fueled his determination. Finally reaching the wood, he worked tirelessly. However, the logs were too heavy. Exhausted and despairing, he collapsed, tears streaming down his face, feeling he had failed.

At that moment, Death appeared. "Are you okay, young man?" Death asked. The man, sobbing, said he couldn't do it and feared he'd never see her again. Death revealed that he had known the man's father, who had chosen to die for his loved ones and village. "It wasn’t just willpower," Death explained. "It was love that kept your family going."

Reflecting on this, the man realized his true strength came from love, not sheer will. Back in the village, everyone anxiously awaited his return. Just as the sun began to set, she spotted him on the horizon, carrying the logs with Death’s help. The village erupted in cheers.

The leader, both shocked and impressed, embraced the man. "You deserve my daughter, and more importantly, she deserves you," he said. Tears of joy filled the man's eyes as he hugged his beloved. Death told him, "All your strength came from love. Your future will be bright and full of happiness. Never waste it."

The man, puzzled, asked why Death had helped him instead of taking his soul. "Even the strongest need help sometimes," Death replied. "I've never seen such love in a man's heart." With that, Death vanished into the wind.

The couple shared a passionate kiss, their love destined to last forever, unyielding and eternal.