What has roots that nobody sees, Is taller than trees, Up, up it goes, And yet never grows?
A mountain
Once upon a time, nestled amongst the towering trees of Whispering Woods, lived a kind woodsman named Silas. Silas knew every nook and cranny of the woods, from the babbling brooks to the moss-covered logs. He spent his days caring for the forest, planting seeds, and ensuring the animals were safe and sound. One sunny afternoon, while Silas was clearing a fallen branch, he stumbled upon a peculiar sight. A large, scaly creature lay curled up beneath the leaves, shimmering like a thousand emeralds in the sunlight. It was a wyrm, a majestic serpent-like creature with shimmering scales and wise, ancient eyes.
Silas had heard tales of wyrms from the village elders, stories of their wisdom and their ability to speak with all creatures of the forest. He cautiously approached the wyrm, his heart pounding in his chest. The wyrm slowly uncoiled and looked at Silas with gentle eyes. Greetings, woodsman, the wyrm's voice rumbled like distant thunder, yet it was calming and kind. Do not be afraid. I am Verdigris, guardian of these woods.
Silas, surprised to hear the wyrm speak, stammered, H-hello, Verdigris. I am Silas, the woodsman. I mean you no harm. Verdigris chuckled, a sound like rustling leaves, I know, Silas. I have watched you care for these woods with a kind heart. But tell me, why does a fallen branch trouble you so?
Silas explained how the fallen branch blocked the path of a young deer, preventing it from reaching the stream. Verdigris listened patiently and then said, Ah, I see. But remember, woodsman, everything in the forest has a purpose. Even a fallen branch. Verdigris explained how the fallen branch would decompose and become food for insects, who in turn would feed the birds and other animals. Silas realized the interconnectedness of the forest, how every element played a crucial role in maintaining the delicate balance of nature.
From that day forward, Silas and Verdigris became the best of friends. The wise wyrm taught Silas the secrets of the woods, the language of the animals, and the importance of respecting every living creature, no matter how small. Silas, in turn, shared stories of the village and the lives of the people who lived near the woods.
And so, the woodsman and the wyrm lived in harmony, protecting the Whispering Woods and ensuring its magic thrived for generations to come.
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