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**Title: The Magical Discovery in Locker 42** It all started on a perfectly ordinary Tuesday morning at Maple Grove Elementary. As Olivia walked down the hallway, her mind was buzzing with excitement about the upcoming science fair. She couldn't wait to show her classmates the cool planet model she had been working on for weeks. Olivia loved space and everything about the universe, always eager to learn more. As she reached her locker, number 42, Olivia noticed something unusual. The door seemed slightly ajar, and a soft, shimmering light was peeking through the gap. Her curiosity piqued, Olivia opened the locker, expecting to find a malfunctioning flashlight or a lost toy. But to her amazement, there sat a tiny, baby dragon! The dragon was no bigger than her lunchbox and had scales that sparkled like a thousand stars. Its eyes twinkled with wonder as it looked up at her. Olivia couldn't believe it! She had read stories about dragons, but seeing one right here in her locker was beyond her wildest dreams. "Hello there," Olivia whispered, not wanting to scare the little creature. The dragon tilted its head and let out a tiny, friendly chirp. Olivia smiled, realizing she needed to act quickly. What if someone else found the dragon? It might get scared or even taken away! Taking a deep breath, Olivia knew she had to be confident and brave. She gently scooped the dragon into her backpack, deciding it was best to keep it safe until she could figure out what to do next. At that moment, her friend Mia appeared around the corner. "Hey, Olivia!" Mia called out, waving. "Ready for the science fair?" Olivia hesitated for a moment but realized she needed Mia's help. She couldn't care for a baby dragon alone. "Mia, I found something really amazing, but I need you to promise to keep it a secret," she said, her voice steady. Mia's eyes widened with curiosity. "Of course, I promise! What is it?" Olivia unzipped her backpack just enough for Mia to see the dragon. Her friend's mouth dropped open in astonishment. "Wow! A real dragon!" "We need to figure out how to take care of it," Olivia said, feeling more confident with Mia by her side. The two friends spent their lunch break in the library, researching dragons and how to care for them. They knew they couldn't keep the dragon hidden forever, but they wanted to make sure it was safe and healthy. "According to this book," Mia said, pointing at a colorful illustration, "dragons eat a special kind of fruit called Stardew Berries. They're supposed to be found in magical forests." "Well, we don't have a magical forest," Olivia said thoughtfully, "but maybe we can find something similar in the science lab." With a plan in mind, the girls headed to the science lab after school. Mr. Thompson, their science teacher, was known for his love of odd experiments and strange plants. Olivia took a deep breath and approached him. "Mr. Thompson, we have a science question," Olivia said, her voice clear and confident. "Do you know of any fruits that are similar to Stardew Berries?" Mr. Thompson raised an eyebrow, intrigued by their question. "Why, yes, there's a plant in the lab that might be close. Let's take a look." Together, with the help of their teacher, Olivia and Mia found a plant that looked like it could be the dragon's food. They carefully picked a few berries and fed them to the dragon, who chirped happily and nibbled away. Realizing the dragon needed a proper home, the girls decided to speak with the school principal about their discovery. They knew honesty was the best policy, even if it meant taking a risk. With Mia by her side, Olivia approached the principal's office, ready to share their incredible find. The principal listened with wide eyes and a kind smile, promising to help find the dragon a safe place where it could live and grow. As Olivia walked home that day, she felt a surge of pride and confidence. She had discovered something magical, took charge of the situation, and worked as a team with her friend to do the right thing. And who knew? Maybe one day she'd be exploring the stars even more, just like her little dragon friend once did.