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Cinderella (Children Stories)
Once upon a time, in a faraway kingdom, there lived a young girl named Cinderella. She was kind, gentle, and had a heart full of warmth despite her difficult circumstances. After the untimely death of her beloved parents, Cinderella found herself living with her stepmother and two stepsisters, who treated her with cruelty and disdain.
Cinderella was forced to work as a servant in her own home, performing all the household chores and menial tasks. Despite the hardships she faced, Cinderella maintained her optimism and never lost hope that one day her life would change for the better.
In the same kingdom, the King announced a grand royal ball to be held at the palace. It was a joyous occasion, as the Prince was seeking a bride. Invitations were sent to all the young ladies in the kingdom, including Cinderella's stepsisters. They were overjoyed at the prospect of attending the royal ball, and their excitement filled the house.
Cinderella, however, watched from a distance as her stepsisters prepared for the event. Her heart yearned to go to the ball, but her stepmother refused to allow her, making her believe that she was unworthy and lacking the proper attire. As her stepsisters departed for the palace, Cinderella couldn't help but shed a tear of disappointment.
Suddenly, a shimmering figure appeared before Cinderella. It was her fairy godmother, who had been watching over her and saw the goodness within her heart. With a wave of her wand, the fairy godmother transformed Cinderella's tattered rags into a magnificent gown, adorned her feet with delicate glass slippers, and placed a beautiful tiara upon her head.
"Now, my dear Cinderella," said the fairy godmother, "you shall go to the ball. But remember, the magic will last only until midnight. You must leave the palace before then, or your gown will turn back into rags."
Overwhelmed with gratitude, Cinderella thanked her fairy godmother and set off to the royal ball, where she arrived in a stunning carriage pulled by magical white horses. As she entered the palace, all eyes turned towards her, including those of the Prince, who was captivated by her beauty and grace.
Cinderella danced and laughed, her heart filled with joy, as she and the Prince spent the evening together. They formed an instant connection, unaware of the passing hours. However, as the clock struck midnight, Cinderella remembered the warning and hastily bid the Prince farewell, leaving behind one of her glass slippers in her haste.
In her rush to leave, Cinderella didn't notice that the Prince had picked up the slipper, determined to find the mysterious maiden who had captured his heart. He declared that he would marry the girl whose foot fit perfectly into the glass slipper.
The Prince's search led him to Cinderella's home, where her stepsisters tried in vain to fit their feet into the delicate slipper. Finally, Cinderella's turn came. As she slipped her foot into the slipper, it fit perfectly, and her true identity was revealed.
Overjoyed at finding his true love, the Prince embraced Cinderella and asked for her hand in marriage. Cinderella, who had endured so much hardship, finally found her happily ever after. The Prince recognized her inner beauty, kindness, and resilience.
Cinderella forgave her stepsisters for their mistreatment and invited them to live in the palace with her. From that day forward, she ruled the kingdom alongside the Prince, spreading kindness and compassion to all. The story of Cinderella became a timeless tale, reminding everyone that true beauty comes from within and that dreams can come true, even in the face of adversity.