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The Forgotten Side: A Journey of Discovery

In a world where sides were the norm, there was one side that stood out from the rest. It was the forgotten side, the one that nobody ever talked about or paid any attention to. This side had been neglected for so long that it had become invisible, as if it didn't exist at all.

The forgotten side was home to a peculiar creature, known only as the "Sideliner." The Sideliner was a strange being, with eyes that were always looking to one side and a body that seemed to be constantly in motion. It was said that the Sideliner could move faster than the speed of light, but nobody knew for sure because it never revealed itself to anyone.

The people on the other sides of the world had long forgotten about the forgotten side. They went about their daily lives without giving it a second thought, as if it didn't exist at all. But the Sideliner knew that it was there, always watching and waiting for someone to notice it.

One day, a young girl named Lily stumbled upon the forgotten side by accident. She had been exploring the different sides of her world when she found herself on the forgotten side. At first, she couldn't see anything but the Sideliner, who was looking at her with a curious expression.

Lily was fascinated by the Sideliner and decided to follow it. The Sideliner led her through a maze of paths and tunnels, never stopping or slowing down. Lily couldn't help but feel exhilarated as she followed the Sideliner, who seemed to be leading her on an adventure.

As they journeyed deeper into the forgotten side, Lily began to notice strange things. The air was filled with colors that she had never seen before, and the trees seemed to be alive. The Sideliner led her to a clearing where she saw a group of creatures unlike any she had ever seen.

They were small and furry, with big round ears and twitchy noses. They looked up at Lily and the Sideliner with curiosity, and Lily knew that they were the inhabitants of the forgotten side. She felt a connection to them, as if she had found her own kind.

The Sideliner introduced Lily to the creatures, who welcomed her warmly. They showed her around their world, teaching her about its secrets and wonders. Lily realized that the forgotten side was not just a place but a state of mind. It was a reminder that there were always things beyond what could be seen or touched.

As the sun began to set on the forgotten side, Lily said goodbye to the creatures and thanked the Sideliner for showing her around. She promised to never forget this place or its inhabitants, no matter where her life took her. The Sideliner smiled and disappeared into the shadows, leaving Lily to make her way back to her own side of the world.

From that day on, Lily looked at the world in a different light. She knew that there was always more to discover and explore, even in the most unexpected places. And she knew that she would never forget the forgotten side and its strange but wonderful creatures.

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