The Lazy Slime

    By moisecarolina

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    14 Jun, 2024

    a cartoon of a bed with a green frog on it in a bedroom with a desk and a computer, computer art, a storybook illustration, Chris LaBrooy, rossdraws global illumination

    In a small, cluttered bedroom, a lazy slime named Slimey spent her days lounging on a bean bag, scrolling through the internet, and daydreaming.

    a green monster sitting on a rug in a room with a computer and books on the floor and a desk with a computer on it, computer art, a character portrait, Chris LaBrooy, game art

    Slimey was content with her lazy life. She loved being by herself, surrounded by her favorite books, music, and snacks.

    a cartoon character sitting on a couch in a living room with a lamp on the floor and a bookcase, sots art, a character portrait, Asaf Hanuka, 2 d game art

    One evening, while Slimey was engrossed in her favorite video game, the lights flickered and the house plunged into darkness. The power cut had forced her out of her comfort zone.

    a cartoon of a green monster sitting on the floor in a room with a tv and a desk with a monitor, shock art, an album cover, Chris LaBrooy, promotional image

    Slimey, although lazy, knew she had to take action. She slid off her bean bag and squirmed her way towards the basement to check the fuse box.

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    In the basement, Slimey stumbled upon a small, scared mouse named Squeaky. Squeaky was trembling, lost in the large, gloomy basement.

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    Feeling sympathy for the little creature, Slimey decided to help Squeaky find his way back upstairs. This was a new, unexpected adventure for the lazy slime.

    a cartoon of a set of stairs with a mouse on the steps and a mouse on the floor in front of them, underground comix, a storybook illustration, Art Spiegelman, comic cover art

    Slimey and Squeaky faced many hurdles in the basement - from cobwebs to old, creaky stairs. Despite the challenges, they forged ahead, helping each other along the way.

    a room with a bunch of shelves filled with pots and pans and a mouse on the floor in front of a window, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, Dan Mumford, intricate environment

    After hours of navigation and teamwork, they finally reached the upstairs. Squeaky, grateful for Slimey's help, scampered off into the garden, leaving Slimey feeling accomplished.

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    Once back in her room, Slimey glanced at the now glowing computer screen. The power was back, yet she felt different, invigorated by her unexpected adventure.

    a cartoon of a green monster in a bedroom with a bed and a desk with a lamp on it, context art, a storybook illustration, Chris LaBrooy, detailed illustration

    Slimey realized that even though she loved her lazy life, there was a whole world outside her bedroom, filled with adventures and new friends.

    a frog sitting on a rock in a forest with a pond of water and plants around it, with a sun shining through the trees, fantasy art, a character portrait, Chris LaBrooy, game art

    From that day on, Slimey started seeking out more adventures. She would still enjoy her lazy days, but she was now open to experiencing new things.

    a girl with green hair standing in a forest with a green umbrella over her head and a green rain cloud hanging from her head, environmental art, a storybook illustration, Aya Goda, deviantart artstation

    The lazy slime had learned a valuable lesson - that stepping out of her comfort zone once in a while could lead to beautiful adventures and friendships.