The Enchanted Necklace: Zayla's Dragon of Protection

Zayla loved spending time with their mom. They would bake cookies together, play dress-up, and have the most amazing adventures. But every other weekend, Zayla had to go to their dad's house, and it made them feel worried. You see, Zayla had always felt safest with their mom. They knew that no matter what happened, their mom would always be there to comfort them. But going to their dad's house meant being away from mom, and that made Zayla feel anxious. One day, as Zayla was playing in their room, their grandma Stacey came to visit. Grandma Stacey was a kind and gentle woman who always knew how to make Zayla feel better. She could see the worry on Zayla's face and decided to sit beside them. "Zayla," she said, "I know it's hard for you to be away from your mom. But I want you to know that you are safe and loved unconditionally. It's okay to be sensitive and worry sometimes." Zayla looked up at their grandma, their eyes filled with tears. "But what if something bad happens when I'm at dad's house?" they asked, their voice trembling. Grandma Stacey smiled warmly and pulled Zayla into a comforting hug. "I understand your concerns, my dear, but your dad loves you just as much as your mom does. Remember, you are safe and loved wherever you are." Zayla took a deep breath, trying to calm their racing heart. Grandma Stacey had a way of making them feel better, even in the midst of their worries. But they still had one question lingering in their mind. "Grandma, do you think there's anything that can protect me when I'm away from mom?" Zayla asked, their voice barely above a whisper. Grandma Stacey's eyes twinkled with excitement as she leaned in closer to Zayla. "You know, Zayla, there is a secret I've been meaning to share with you. Deep in the enchanted forest, there lives a magical dragon named Seraphina. She has the power to protect all children who are feeling worried or scared." Zayla's eyes widened with astonishment. A dragon? Could it really be true? "But how can I find this dragon, Grandma?" they asked, their curiosity piqued. Grandma Stacey smiled knowingly and handed Zayla a small, shimmering necklace. "Wear this necklace, my dear, and believe in the power of Seraphina. When you're feeling worried, close your eyes and imagine the dragon's scales surrounding you, protecting you from all harm." Zayla clutched the necklace tightly in their hand, feeling a newfound sense of courage. With Grandma Stacey's words echoing in their mind, they realized that they didn't have to be afraid anymore. From that day forward, whenever Zayla had to go to their dad's house, they would wear the necklace and imagine the dragon's protective embrace. And even though they still missed their mom, they knew that they were safe and loved, no matter where they were. And whenever Zayla started feeling worried, they would close their eyes and whisper, "Thank you, Grandma Stacey and Seraphina the dragon, for reminding me that I am always safe and loved unconditionally.