Pauline The Blue Troll

Pauline the blue Troll lived in a cozy little cave at the edge of the forest. She was known far and wide for her impressive collection of shiny rocks, which she had gathered from the river that ran through the forest. Pauline loved nothing more than spending her days lounging in her cave, polishing her rocks and admiring their beauty.1

Despite her love for shiny rocks, Pauline was also a fearsome sight to behold. Standing at over eight feet tall with dark blue skin, long shaggy hair, and sharp tusks, she was the very image of a traditional troll. Her troll buddies knew not to judge her by her appearance alone, for Pauline had a heart of gold and a soft spot for those in need.1

One day, as Pauline was admiring her rocks, she heard a distant rumble and realized that she had forgotten to eat all day. Hangry, Pauline stomped out of her cave and made her way toward the local bistro, where she knew the delicious scent of meat pies awaited her.1

As she entered the bistro, the other patrons turned and stared at Pauline with fear and awe. But the bistro owner, a kind-hearted man named Gus, greeted her with a warm smile.1

"Good evening, Pauline! Your meat pie is all ready for you," Gus said, sliding the steaming pie across the counter. Pauline's scowl softened as she took a seat at her usual table and dug into the hearty meal.1

As Pauline devoured her pie, a young human girl named Emma approached her table with a timid smile.1

"Um, excuse me, Pauline? I'm sorry to bother you, but I heard from my friend that you have the most beautiful collection of shiny rocks. Is that true?" Emma asked.1

Pauline's eyes lit up, and she couldn't help but feel a surge of pride at the mention of her beloved rocks. She gestured for Emma to take a seat and proudly showed off her collection, explaining the significance of each rock and where she had found it.

Emma listened intently, her eyes widening with wonder as Pauline spoke. When she finished, Emma thanked Pauline and left the bistro, her heart filled with admiration for the kind-hearted troll.1

As the days passed, Pauline found herself enjoying the company of the forest creatures and the occasional visitor who dared to approach her cave. She shared stories of her adventures and even taught some of the younger trolls how to polish rocks.1

One evening, as she made her way to the bistro for her nightly meal, Pauline heard a faint cry for help coming from the thick underbrush. Without hesitation, she charged into the forest, using her strength and keen senses to locate the source of the distress.1

There, huddled in a small clearing, was a group of lost travelers who had been separated from their group. They were exhausted, frightened, and in desperate need of help. Pauline's heart went out to them, and she quickly guided them back to the safety of the bistro, where Gus provided them with warm food and a place to rest.1

The travelers were overcome with gratitude, and they listened in awe as Pauline regaled them with tales of her adventures and the wonders of the forest. They had never met a troll like Pauline before, and they left the bistro with a newfound respect for the gentle giant.1

From that day on, Pauline became a beloved figure in the forest and the surrounding villages. She continued to share her stories and her love for shiny rocks with anyone who would listen, and her kindness and courage earned her the admiration of all who knew her.1

And though she was still a fearsome sight to behold, the locals no longer saw her as just a troll. To them, Pauline was a friend, a protector, and a shining example of the beauty that could be found in unexpected places.