Aria and the Cuddly Lavamonster
Aria loved summer, but it came with a downside—whenever the temperature rose above 29°C, she’d get nosebleeds. Despite this, she learned to carry tissues and stay cool. One evening, while walking in the forest, Aria discovered a glowing creature made of lava. Though its fiery appearance seemed intimidating, the creature looked lonely.
"Hey there," Aria called. The lava monster, whom she named Ember, sighed, showing no aggression but a sense of weariness. Aria realized Ember’s heat made him isolated and decided to help. She returned home, grabbed her towel, and sat at a safe distance from Ember, offering water and snacks. Over time, Ember inched closer, his heat cooling around the edges.
They met regularly, with Aria sharing stories while Ember silently listened. She learned that Ember had wandered far from home, seeking warmth but finding only solitude. One weekend, Aria took Ember to the beach, where the ocean breeze helped balance Ember’s heat. They sat together, sharing the towel, with the warmth of Ember and the coolness of the ocean blending perfectly.
One day, Ember surprised Aria by cooling down significantly. His heat no longer triggered her nosebleeds. "You’re cooling down?" she whispered. Ember made a soft noise, showing he had adjusted his temperature to make her comfortable. Aria smiled, grateful for their unique bond.
From that day, Aria and Ember’s friendship grew, finding a balance of warmth and coolness, a companionship that was perfect without causing any pain.
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