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500 Word Story Competition

I was just an ordinary boy named Samuel with dreams of becoming a footballer and living in a cosy little house. Everything changed when a three-headed dragon invaded our nearby forest. Imagine the terror! It devoured people, leaving the whole town paralyzed with fear. While many hid in their homes, I felt an overwhelming urge to help my village. I couldn’t just stand idly by while they suffered and had to take action!

I learned that a special potion hidden in the museum held the key to defeating that dragon. Yes, it seemed challenging, but my determination was unwavering. I practised my stealthy moves, preparing for the adventure that lay ahead.

One fateful night, I seized my opportunity. The museum guards were few and far between, allowing me to slip inside unnoticed. My heart raced with excitement! As I explored the dimly lit corridors, I discovered a safe. Gathering my courage, I guessed the code – '1243'. To my astonishment, it opened! The potion that could save everyone was right within my grasp.

Just when I thought I was safe, a guard spotted me! Panic surged through me, but I acted quickly. I sprinted away, not daring to look back. I made it home, my heart still pounding, ready to strategize my next move.

After catching my breath, I reached out to my friend Zofia. We chatted about how tough our homework was, but we also recognized that together, we could overcome anything – even a dragon! We needed to observe its behaviour closely if we wanted to succeed.

Then, the moment arrived when I felt prepared to take action. Aiming for the dragon's leg, I was astounded as it ignited in flames! Within moments, there was nothing left but ashes. I couldn’t believe it – I had defeated the beast!

The town celebrated my bravery, and it felt incredible to transform a frightening ordeal into a powerful story of hope. This made me realize that anyone has the power to make a difference, no matter how ordinary they may feel.

So remember this, you too can be brave and stand up for what’s right. If someone like me can save an entire town, just think of the impact you could have!

 

By Samual (Year 4)