As the days turned into weeks, Maren and the alien, whom she decided to name Zog, began to explore their unusual bond. They roamed the fields together, sharing stories of their worlds. Zog marveled at the beauty of Earth, while Maren was fascinated by Zog's tales of distant galaxies.
One evening, under a sky filled with twinkling stars, Maren and Zog shared their first kiss. It felt magical, a moment that transcended their differences. From that day forward, they were inseparable.