Under the Big Tree

    By ザラシ インガ

    Under the Big Tree cover image

    29 Mar, 2024

    a cartoon of a tree in a village with a cobblestone road and a cobblestone walkway, fantasy art, a detailed matte painting, Chris LaBrooy, ghibli

    Once upon a time, in a quiet village, there was a big, old tree. This tree was the heart of the village. It was so tall that its branches touched the sky and so wide that it could provide shade to everyone in the village.

    a white rabbit sitting in the grass with other white rabbits in the background and a tree in the foreground, altermodern, an ultrafine detailed painting, Chris LaBrooy, rossdraws global illumination

    Under this tree lived a small rabbit. His name was Fluffy. Fluffy was the friendliest rabbit in the village. He had a soft white fur and bright, sparkling eyes. He loved to play under the tree all day.

    a white rabbit sitting in the middle of a forest under a tree with a large trunk and a large trunk, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Beatrix Potter, storybook illustration

    Fluffy had a favorite spot under the tree. It was a little nook where he could curl up and take a nap in the shade. He loved the rustling sound of the leaves and the cool breeze.

    a white rabbit sitting in the middle of a forest with trees and leaves on the ground and a yellow tag in its ear, furry art, an ultrafine detailed painting, Clint Cearley, rossdraws global illumination

    One day, Fluffy noticed something unusual. A leaf from the tree had fallen on his favorite spot. It was a beautiful, shiny golden leaf. He had never seen anything like it before.

    a painting of a group of rabbits in a field with a tree in the background and a house in the background, furry art, a storybook illustration, Chris LaBrooy, rossdraws global illumination

    Fluffy picked up the golden leaf and showed it to his friends. The village animals were amazed by the leaf's color and shine. They decided to keep it as a treasure.

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    Days passed and Fluffy kept the golden leaf safe. He placed it in the middle of the tree trunk for everyone to see. Everyone admired the leaf and the tree became even more special.

    a cartoon of a rabbit sitting in front of a tree in a village with a bird flying overhead and a house in the background, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Chris LaBrooy, rossdraws global illumination

    One day, a strong wind blew and the golden leaf was carried away. Fluffy was sad. The villagers searched for the leaf, but they couldn't find it.

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    Fluffy was very sad. He missed the golden leaf. He missed seeing it shine under the sun. He missed showing it to his friends. He missed the joy it brought to the village.

    a white rabbit sitting in the middle of a forest with leaves on the ground and a tree in the background, altermodern, an ultrafine detailed painting, Clint Cearley, rossdraws global illumination

    One day, as Fluffy was sitting under the tree, he noticed something shiny in the distance. He ran towards it and to his surprise, it was the golden leaf! It had returned!

    a rabbit sitting in the grass near a village with a tree and a house on the other side of the road, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Andreas Rocha, rossdraws global illumination

    Fluffy was overjoyed. He brought the leaf back to the village. The villagers celebrated and the leaf was placed back in its spot. The tree was once again the heart of the village.

    a white rabbit sitting on top of a tree stump in a forest next to a house and a tree, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Chris Rallis, rossdraws global illumination

    The story of the golden leaf spread far and wide. The tree and Fluffy became famous. The village was known as the home of the golden leaf.

    a painting of a group of people standing around a tree with a bunny in front of it and a group of people standing around it, magical realism, a storybook illustration, Chris LaBrooy, storybook illustration

    From then on, every year, the tree would shed a golden leaf. It became a tradition. The villagers would celebrate and thank the tree for its gift.

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    The golden leaf became a symbol of joy and unity. It brought the villagers together. They would sing songs, tell stories, and play under the tree.

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    Fluffy grew old, but his spirit remained young. He continued to play under the tree and looked after the golden leaf. He became the guardian of the leaf and the tree.

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    Every day, Fluffy would sit under the tree, admiring the golden leaf. He loved the tree and the leaf. They were his best friends. They were his family.

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    As the years passed, the tree grew even taller and wider. Its branches reached even higher into the sky. Its roots dug even deeper into the earth. Its leaves shone even brighter in the sun.

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    And Fluffy, the little rabbit, continued to play under the tree. He watched over the golden leaf. He took care of the tree. He was happy.

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    The tree and Fluffy became a symbol of the village. They represented unity, joy, and love. They were the heart of the village. They were the spirit of the village.

    a rabbit sitting in the grass near a tree and a house with a birdhouse in the background,, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Chris LaBrooy, rossdraws global illumination

    The story of Fluffy and the tree is still told in the village. It is a story of friendship, love, and joy. It is a story of a rabbit and a tree. It is a story of a golden leaf.

    a white rabbit sitting in the grass near a tree with leaves on it's branches and a sky background, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Chris LaBrooy, rossdraws global illumination

    And so, under the big tree, with the golden leaf, Fluffy the rabbit lived happily. The tree still stands tall and the golden leaf still shines. And Fluffy, he still plays under the tree, under the big, old tree.