Nen-Lome, the hug dragon

A shiver rippled down my spine. In the distance, a rumble. Above me, a creature drawing closer. Leaves swirling around my feet. Another rumble.

My heart leapt. I knew of this creature. It was him! The awesome, mighty and powerful dragon and he was heading straight for me!

“Run,” someone said. “Run before it is too late!”

I turned toward the woods. Surely the trees would hide me. But the leaves rained down upon me with every beat of his wings.

“Keep running!” the voice demanded.

I did as commanded until the mountain stood before me. I was trapped.

A crash of lightning. Rain and hail pelting me. A great roar. Then darkness.

I waited, but nothing happened. I reached out. A wall surrounded me. How strange. I felt no fear. I felt safe.

Soon a light pierced my darkness. I peered out. Rocks from the mountain lay scattered on the ground.  Trees felled. Leaves gone. Behind me was him.

I turned toward him, awaiting the fatal blow. He just stood there with his wings opened wide. A fierce face, but a kindness in his eyes.

“It was you,” I said. “You sheltered me under your wings. But why?”

“Do not be afraid. I seek and save those who are lost and in need.  I defend and fight for those who have come to know me, fear me,

even love me.”

“Who are you?”

“I am Nen-Lome.”

Difficulty: Intermediate

Format:  Downloadable, printable pattern with pictures.

Materials:  Bernat Blanket, size 6 [100% polyester], Caron, Simply Soft, size 4 [100% acrylic], US size H (5 mm) and F (3.75 mm) crochet hook, stitch markers, scissors, (2) 20 mm safety eyes, Polyfil stuffing, tapestry needle.

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