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Improbable Paradise

Improbable Paradise story about an unlikely pair that meets on a tropical island.

By Raj ChaudharyPublished 3 years ago 3 min read
Improbable Paradise
Photo by Darshan Gajara on Unsplash

Once upon a time, on a tropical island far, far away, there lived two unlikely friends. One was a crab, named Clarence, who lived in the sandy beaches. He was small and shy, and spent most of his days hiding under the rocks, avoiding the big waves that came crashing to the shore. The other was a parrot, named Polly, who lived in the lush jungle. She was colorful and loud, and spent her days singing and playing with her feathered friends.

One day, a fierce storm swept through the island, destroying everything in its path. Clarence was thrown out of his home and washed up on the shore of the jungle, where he lay helpless and alone. Polly, hearing his cries for help, flew down to investigate. She found the small crab, bruised and battered, and immediately took pity on him.

She decided to take him in and nurse him back to health. And so, she built him a little home out of twigs and leaves, and took care of him until he was strong enough to move around. As they spent more time together, they discovered that they had a lot in common, despite their differences. They both loved the island, and they both wanted to protect it from harm.

Clarence, who had always been too scared to venture out of the beach, now had the courage to explore the jungle with Polly. They went on adventures together and had so much fun. He showed her the secret spots on the beach where the best shells could be found, and she showed him the hidden waterfalls deep in the jungle.

Polly and Clarence, the unlikely pair, soon became the best of friends. And as the island slowly recovered from the storm, they knew that they would always be there for each other, no matter what. They knew that together, they could face any challenge that came their way.

Years went by, and the island was thriving once again. The parrot and the crab were still the best of friends, and they continued to explore and protect the island together. They knew that their friendship was unique and special, and that it would last forever.

As they grew older, their friendship only grew stronger. They shared stories of their adventures with the other animals on the island, and their bond was admired by all. They were truly an unlikely pair, but their friendship was a shining example of how, even in the most unlikely of circumstances, true friendship can bloom.

One day, a group of humans arrived on the island. They were looking to build a resort and turn the island into a tourist destination. Polly and Clarence were horrified. They knew that the island was fragile, and that the humans would destroy it with their development.

They knew they had to do something to stop it. So, they rallied the other animals on the island and together, they protested the development. They showed the humans the beauty of the island, and the importance of preserving it for future generations.

The humans were moved by their passion, and they decided to leave the island untouched. They instead focused on sustainable tourism and worked with the animals to create a sanctuary for all the island's inhabitants.

Thanks to their efforts, the island remained a paradise, and their friendship became a legend. They were no longer an unlikely pair, but a team of unlikely heroes. They had saved the island, and in doing so, they had saved each other.

Years passed, and Polly and Clarence grew old together. They sat on the beach, watching the sun set over the horizon, and reminisced about all the adventures they had shared. They knew that their friendship had been the greatest adventure of all. They were content, knowing that they had protected the island and its inhabitants, and that their legacy would live on forever.

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