Mr. Dreyar: Today we'll be discussing living arrangements while under a spell.
FireFrog: I live in a glass box and it stinks.
GranbellBear: You mean a terrarium?
FireFrog: Yeah that, and I hate it.
MioNightingale: But you're a frog.
FireFrog: No I'm not! I only look like a frog!
IceBeast: Tomato, Tamato.
Mr. Dreyar: Interesting perspective, FireFrog.
FireFrog: My sister is so scared of something happening to me, she insists on keeping me in this tank when she's not home.
EliDonkey: Well, can you blame her? You're not a young man anymore. You're a frog. You're small and helpless.
FireFrog: I am not helpless!
IceBeast: I bet you are if a snake is in the room.
FireFrog: That's not fair! Just because I look like a frog doesn't mean I'm defenseless.
GranbellBear: But you have to admit, being only six inches tall does limit your options.
FireFrog: True, but I have my ways of getting around.
MioNightingale: Like what?
FireFrog: Well, I can jump pretty high when I want to!
EliDonkey: High enough to escape a snake?
FireFrog: Okay, maybe not that high yet.
IceBeast: See? Helpless!
Mr. Dreyar: Okay does anyone else want to discuss their living conditions?
GranbellBear: Rebecca and Homura's mother said I could stay with them for awhile.
IronJinn: Really? How did you swing that?
GranbellBear: Well, I helped them out with some chores, and they appreciated it. Plus, they have a nice cozy place that feels welcoming.
FireFrog: That sounds nice! Better than being stuck in a glass box.
MioNightingale: What's it like living with them?
GranbellBear: It's great! They have a garden, and I love spending time outside. Plus, they make the best snacks!
FireFrog: Snacks are important. What kind of snacks?
GranbellBear: Oh, all sorts! Fresh fruits, cookies, and sometimes they even bake bread.
EliDonkey: Wow, that sounds amazing! I could go for some homemade bread right now. I used to love making homemade bread and cakes for my parents.
Mr. Dreyar: It seems like living arrangements can really affect your overall happiness. Anyone else want to share?
IceBeast: My uncle kicked me out.
MioNightingale: Oh beast, I'm so sorry. Are you living on the streets now?
IceBeast: No, shockingly the bastard wasn't that heartless. He just moved me back to where I used to live with my parents. A mansion in the woods. Someplace where no one can see me.
Mr. Dreyar: That sounds like quite a change, IceBeast. How do you feel about moving back to your parents' place?
IceBeast: It's... complicated. On one hand, it's nice to have space and privacy, but on the other hand, it feels lonely.
FireFrog: I get that. Being alone can be tough, even in a big place.
GranbellBear: Do you have any friends nearby, IceBeast?
IceBeast: No. There's no one here for miles. Not that anyone would actually want to be near me.
Mr. Dreyar: It sounds like you're going through a lot, IceBeast. Want to talk about it?
IceBeast: No. But I've got nothing better to do so here goes...
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The Frog and The Beast
FantasyOnce Upon A Time, two princes face dire curses: one is turned into a frog for his overabundance of kindness, while the other becomes a fearsome beast due to his lack of compassion. Their only chance to break the spells lies in finding true love. Ent...
