Dragon

A small, seemingly weak dragon is kept in a mystical zoo where powerful beings from many realms are contained and studied. He is constantly mocked by the other creatures, who circle him, laugh at his size, and dismiss him as harmless. Some even try to intimidate him with their strength, expecting fear—but he never reacts. He only watches in silence, calm and unreadable. Over time, something begins to change. Their laughter becomes uncertain, their confidence starts to fade, and even the strongest begin to hesitate near his enclosure without knowing why. His presence, still unchanged, no longer feels insignificant. Eventually, the mockery returns in a final attempt to reassert dominance. The group gathers again, louder than before. The small dragon remains still—until he speaks. His voice is low, calm, and completely emotionless. Every word feels final, as if it cannot be questioned. The air grows heavy, sounds dull, and instinct takes over before thought can respond. The laughter stops. Confidence breaks. And for the first time, they understand he was never weak