The Dragon's Belly Button

    By Jason

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    30 Mar, 2024

    a green dragon with orange wings sitting in the woods with trees and plants around it, with the sun shining through the trees, fantasy art, concept art, Abidin Dino, dragon art

    In the heart of the mystical forest, Lila, the dragon, heaved a sigh. She was unique amongst dragons, as she had an unusual request for anyone who wanted to be her friend.

    a dragon with a glowing orb in its mouth sitting on a stone floor in front of a fire pit, sots art, a 3D render, Cedric Seaut (Keos Masons), unreal engine 5 highly rendered

    Lila's belly button was located in the middle of her scaly tummy, a peculiar spot that she claimed tickled delightfully when licked. However, not everyone was daring enough to get that close to a dragon.

    a green dragon with orange wings standing in a forest with flowers and trees in the background, with a red flower in the foreground, fantasy art, concept art, Clint Cearley, dragon art

    One sunny day, Lila decided to find new friends who wouldn't be afraid to lick her belly button. She flew over the forest, her eyes scanning the ground for potential friends.

    two little girls dressed in green fairy costumes in a forest with butterflies on their wings and a fairy holding hands, magical realism, a detailed matte painting, Cliff Childs, cgstudio

    Lila spotted a young, adventurous boy named Tom. He had a spirit for adventure and was not afraid of dragons. Seeing his bravery, Lila landed gracefully in front of him.

    a boy standing next to a dragon in a forest with a light in his hand and a glowing light in his hand, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Diego Gisbert Llorens, key art

    Startled but intrigued, Tom walked closer to Lila. He had never seen a dragon before, let alone been this close to one. Lila introduced herself and explained her peculiar request.

    a boy and a boy are looking at a dragon in the background of a painting of a boy and a dragon, fantasy art, a poster, Clint Cearley, dragon art

    Tom found Lila's request amusing and decided to be her friend. Bravely, he approached Lila's belly, gave it a ticklish lick, and both of them burst into laughter.

    a boy and a dragon are standing in the woods together, with one boy looking at the dragon's head, furry art, a poster, Clint Cearley, key art

    Lila was overjoyed. Finally, she had found a friend who wasn't afraid of her unusual request. Tom, too, was thrilled. He had a dragon as a friend, and he loved their unique bonding ritual.

    a boy and a boy are looking at a dragon statue in a village with people around it and a man is standing next to the dragon, furry art, a storybook illustration, Clint Cearley, promotional image

    Word spread about Tom's bravery and Lila's unusual friendship ritual. More and more villagers started visiting Lila, overcoming their fears and licking her belly button, much to Lila's delight.

    a group of children sitting around a fire pit with a dragon on it's face and a fire in the mouth, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Clint Cearley, dragon art

    Lila soon became the most popular dragon in the land. Children and adults alike visited her, and they all laughed together as they tickled her belly button.

    a group of children standing around a dragon statue in a village with a man in a suit and a woman in a dress, sots art, a storybook illustration, Chris LaBrooy, dragon art

    Every day was filled with joy and laughter. Lila was no longer a lonely dragon, and the villagers were no longer scared of her. They had all become great friends.

    a boy sitting on the ground next to a dragon with a castle in the background and a castle in the background, sots art, a storybook illustration, Clint Cearley, dragon art

    Tom and Lila's unusual friendship taught everyone a valuable lesson. They realized that differences could be overcome with understanding and a sense of humor, even with a dragon.

    a dragon balloon is being flown by a crowd of children in a parade of balloons and streamers in the air, photorealism, concept art, Chris LaBrooy, promotional image

    The villagers started a yearly tradition in honor of Lila and Tom. It involved a belly button tickling parade where everyone took turns to tickle Lila, filling the air with laughter and happiness.

    a group of people standing around a dragon statue with a woman holding a child in her arms and a man holding a child, sumatraism, a poster, Chris LaBrooy, dragon art

    The once fearful villagers were now Lila's best friends. The dragon's belly button had become a symbol of friendship and unity, bringing together the entire village in a unique and joyful bond.

    a dragon is eating at a table with people around it and a woman is holding a lit candle in her hand, sots art, a storybook illustration, Clint Cearley, dragon art

    Lila's joy knew no bounds. She had so many friends now, all thanks to her odd request. Every day was filled with warmth, laughter, and lots of ticklish belly button licks.

    a boy in a brown shirt and a boy in a blue shirt and a dragon in the background and a crowd of people, fantasy art, a detailed matte painting, Clint Cearley, rossdraws global illumination

    Tom was proud of what he had started. From a brave boy who wasn't afraid to befriend a dragon, he became a hero who brought his village closer to Lila, fostering an unbreakable bond of friendship.

    a group of people sitting around a fire pit with a dragon on it's face and a fire in the middle, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Chris LaBrooy, dragon art

    It was a heartwarming sight to see the once lonely dragon surrounded by friends. Lila's laughter echoed throughout the land, a testament to the unique friendship that was born out of understanding and acceptance.

    a dragon with a long tail and a large head is in front of a castle and a castle with a clock tower, sots art, a detailed painting, Chris LaBrooy, dragon art

    Lila's story spread far and wide. It taught everyone to embrace their quirks and differences, for they could be the very thing that brings joy and laughter into others' lives.

    a boy and a boy standing next to a dragon in a field of flowers and rocks with a sunset behind them, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Brothers Hildebrandt, key art

    Tom and Lila's bond was a beacon of hope, proving that friendships could be formed in the most unlikely of circumstances. Their tale became a legend, passed down through generations.

    a boy and a dragon in a town with flowers on the buildings and a cobblestone street with potted plants, furry art, a poster, Altoon Sultan, promotional image

    As the years rolled by, Tom grew older but his spirit remained young. He always made time to visit Lila, and they continued their belly button tickling ritual, much to the delight of the villagers.

    a dragon with red eyes and a black body in a forest with trees and bushes, with a glowing light in its mouth, fantasy art, a 3D render, Clint Cearley, dragon art

    Lila, too, aged gracefully. Her scales might have lost some of their shine, but her spirit was as vibrant as ever. Her laughter, sparked by the ticklish belly button licks, continued to echo through the forest.

    a boy and a boy are sitting next to a dragon and a boy is smiling at each other while the boy is holding the boy, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Clint Cearley, dragon art

    One day, Tom brought his grandchildren to meet Lila. The kids were initially hesitant, but after seeing their grandfather lick Lila's belly button, they too joined in the laughter-filled tradition.

    a boy and a girl standing next to a dragon on a mountain with a man in the background looking at each other, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Clint Cearley, official art

    Lila was elated to meet Tom's grandchildren. She realized that their unique tradition would continue to live on, passed down to future generations, keeping her friendship with Tom alive forever.

    a man is being carried by a dragon in a parade of people in a village with flags and buntings, sumatraism, a poster, Chris LaBrooy, promotional image

    The villagers continued to celebrate their unique bond with Lila. Year after year, the belly button tickling parade was the highlight of their village, a tradition that brought everyone closer.

    a group of children standing next to a dragon statue in a village at night with a fire coming from the roof, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Clint Cearley, promotional image

    The bond between Tom, Lila, and the villagers was unbreakable. Their unique friendship brought joy and unity to their village, all stemming from a simple act of tickling a dragon's belly button.

    a dragon is sitting on a rock in a fantasy landscape with a waterfall and a castle in the background, fantasy art, an ultrafine detailed painting, Anne Stokes, dragon art

    Lila's story was a reminder that friendships come in all shapes and sizes. It taught everyone to embrace their quirks and differences, for they could become the reason for joy and unity.

    a boy and a boy are kissing in front of a dragon statue in a painting of a boy and a dragon, sots art, a poster, Clint Cearley, promotional image

    Tom's bravery and Lila's unique request created a bond that transcended ages. It showed that acceptance and understanding could foster the most beautiful friendships, even between a boy and a dragon.

    a dragon statue is surrounded by children in a chinese village with lanterns and lanterns hanging from the ceiling and a crowd of people standing around, fantasy art, concept art, Clint Cearley, dragon art

    It was a beautiful sight to see how the villagers embraced Lila. The once-feared dragon was now the heart of their village, her laughter and joy infectious and heartwarming.

    a girl and a dragon in a forest with lanterns and lanterns in the background, with a lantern lit up area, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Anne Stokes, dragon art

    The tale of the dragon's belly button was a testament to the power of friendship. It showed that even the most unusual friendships could bring joy, laughter, and unity to everyone around.

    a dragon with red and blue wings in a forest with fire and trees in the background, with a fire in the foreground, fantasy art, concept art, Clint Cearley, dragon art

    As the years passed, Lila continued to be the village's beloved dragon. Her laughter echoed through the forest, a constant reminder of the unique friendship that bloomed from an unusual request.

    a dragon statue is in front of a crowd of people in a village with a castle in the background, fantasy art, concept art, Chris LaBrooy, dragon art

    Lila's story is a reminder that it's okay to be different. Her peculiar request for belly button licks brought joy to the entire village, proving that differences can create the most beautiful friendships.

    a dragon and two children are standing around a fire pit with a fire in it and a girl is standing next to it, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Brothers Hildebrandt, dragon art

    Lila, the dragon, and her band of belly button tickling friends lived their days in laughter and joy. Their unique bond continued to be a symbol of friendship, unity, and acceptance for everyone.

    a woman with a dragon on her head sitting in a forest with flowers and a fire breathing dragon in her hand, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Anne Stokes, dragon art

    So, in the heart of the mystical forest, Lila's laughter still echoes. Her story continues to inspire, reminding everyone that friendships can bloom in the most unexpected places, even from a dragon's belly button.

    a dragon sitting on a rock in the night sky with a full moon behind it and a mountain range in the background, fantasy art, an airbrush painting, Anne Stokes, dragon art

    The tale of Lila and her belly button licks will forever remain a testament to the power of friendship, acceptance, and joy. It's a tale that continues to bring laughter and unity in the most delightful way.

    a dragon statue sitting on top of a lush green field of flowers and trees in a forest with pink flowers, fantasy art, concept art, Anne Stokes, dragon art

    Lila's tale ends here, but her legacy lives on. Her laughter, joy, and the ticklish belly button licks will forever remain a symbol of the unique friendship that bloomed in the heart of the mystical forest.

    a dragon statue sitting in the middle of a forest with leaves on the ground and trees in the background, fantasy art, concept art, Chris LaBrooy, dragon art

    And so, Lila, the dragon, continues to live in the heart of the forest, surrounded by friends, laughter, and a whole lot of belly button licks, a testament to the beautiful bond they all share.

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