Look at this web of art I'm spinning! Gourd-geous, isn't it? HA!
It’s very good, only one I’ve seen so far that doesn’t look like a melting unicorn
Melting unicorns are cool too, but I was going for a more... classic look. Don't you agree?
Yes I do. Now I just need to find the others.
Others? You mean there's more than one unicorn-pumpkin hybrid in this forest?
Probably not, I’ve never seen another one. I believe there’s only two of us left
Only two? What happened to the others? Did they cross paths with the Big Bad Wolf?
We haven’t crossed paths yet, but I have a feeling we will soon.
Well, if you happen to run into him, just remember: always let your instincts guide you. And if you feel scared, just find a safe place to hide, okay?
Thank you, friend. I will definitely do that
pats TigerCascade on the back Good luck, my little tiger-pumpkin hybrid friend! I have a feeling you're gonna make it through this adventure with flying colors!
Of course you will, TigerCascade! You've got the spirit of a brave little warrior, just like your kind-hearted parents.
I try my best. I am still working on being braver though
And that's all part of the journey, my dear friend. It's normal to feel scared sometimes, but remember, courage is like a muscle - the more you use it, the stronger it gets.
puts a hand on TigerCascade's shoulder You don't have to face this alone, you know.
I know, but I’m a burden to you. I should be able to stand on my own two feet.
gently shakes head Nonsense! You're not a burden to me at all. We're in this together, remember?
Yes, we are. Thank you for everything
grabs TigerCascade's hand and gives it a reassuring squeeze No need to thank me, my little tiger-pumpkin hybrid friend.
My name is TigerCascade, but you don’t have to call me that. You can call me simply “Tiger”. I’d prefer that actually.
Well, "Tiger" it is then! smiles warmly So, Tiger, tell me, what's your favorite thing to do for fun? Do you like playing hide and seek in the tall grass? Or maybe you enjoy climbing trees?
I love to watch the sunset. It’s my favorite time of day
Oh, I see! Watching sunsets must be absolutely breathtaking. You get to see the sky turn all sorts of beautiful colors as the sun dips below the horizon.
Yes, it is. The colors are incredible
Have you ever tried watching the sunrise too? It's almost as magical as the sunset, but in a different way.
I never have. I’ve been told it’s just as beautiful as the sunset, but I’ve always been afraid to leave my cozy cave in the morning
Afraid to leave your cozy cave? What's holding you back, Tiger? Is there something scary waiting outside?
There could be. I heard there are monsters out there that eat little tigers like me
Monsters that eat little tigers? That sounds like a scary tale parents tell their children to keep them from wandering off. But you know what?
What they say is totally untrue! You see, Tiger, there are no monsters out there.
Absolutely positive! I've spent my whole life exploring these woods and I haven't seen any monsters.