In a quiet forest, a little girl named [Lila](ZBD25BWR) wandered too far from her camping site with her parents. She called out, but all she heard was the chirping of birds.

Just as she began to feel scared, a soft rustling came from the bushes nearby. There, standing tall, was a dragon unlike any she had imagined – gentle with a warm light in his golden eyes.

The dragon introduced himself as [Zaraen](TB7PCT4H), a guardian of the forest who kept it safe and beautiful. [Zaraen](TB7PCT4H) assured [Lila](ZBD25BWR) he meant no harm and wanted to help her.

[Lila](ZBD25BWR) explained how she got lost, and [Zaraen](TB7PCT4H) nodded thoughtfully. 'I’ll take care of you until we find your parents,' he said kindly.

[Zaraen](TB7PCT4H) lit a small campfire with his fiery breath and cooked a tasty meal using forest berries. [Lila](ZBD25BWR) laughed as he told funny stories about the forest animals.

The next morning, [Zaraen](TB7PCT4H) helped [Lila](ZBD25BWR) climb onto his back. Together, they soared high above the trees, with [Lila](ZBD25BWR) holding tightly to one of his gleaming scales.

[Zaraen](TB7PCT4H)’s sharp eyes spotted her parents searching for her near a clearing. He gently landed in the open area, letting [Lila](ZBD25BWR) hop off.

[Lila](ZBD25BWR)’s parents were overwhelmed with relief. [Zaraen](TB7PCT4H) bowed politely, and [Lila](ZBD25BWR) explained everything. 'He’s my new friend,' she said proudly.

Before flying back to his forest, [Zaraen](TB7PCT4H) gave [Lila](ZBD25BWR) a small, glowing scale. 'This will remind you of courage and friendship,' he said.

From that day forward, [Lila](ZBD25BWR) never forgot her adventure and her kind, magical friend who taught her about bravery, kindness, and trust.