The Martian Miner and the Sleepy Rock Monster

Harry piloted his "Drill King" Mining Flyer, rolling through the red Martian soil like a treasure-hunting mole. His mission? To find the legendary glowing Sparkle Stone.

"Come on, beauties, show yourselves!" Harry hummed as he activated his searchlight.

The beam swept across a massive rock.

"Hmm? Suspicious..." Just as Harry reached out to dig—

"Hey! Who’s shining lights in my face?!" The rock opened its eyes and grumbled. "Are you trying to give me sunspots?!"

Harry chuckled awkwardly. "Uh… sorry! I’m looking for a Sparkle Stone. Know where I can find one?"

The rock monster frowned. "Lucky you, I have one… but keep that light away next time!"

Harry grabbed the glowing mineral, grinning. "Mining success!"

Then he asked, "Uh… want me to switch to night mode?"

The rock monster said. "Yeah, and sing me a lullaby!"

Harry whispered, "Guess mining on Mars comes with unexpected duties…