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Third Story opens as little Gerda reaches the edge of a flowing river, her eyes searching its endless surface for any sign of Kay. Though rumors and grief might tempt her to believe he’s drowned, she refuses to accept it. When the sunshine kisses her cheeks and the swallows fly past with cheerful songs, she takes these as gentle refusals of sorrow—small signs that Kay still lives. In a desperate offering, she removes her red shoes, those same shoes Kay had never seen, and lays them on the river in…-
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The Swineherd
The Swineherd begins with a Prince who offers his heart not through gold or conquest, but through beauty rooted in nature. He brings a rose that blooms just once every five years and a nightingale whose song could soften the heaviest sorrow. These gifts, crafted by the earth and cherished by poets, are rejected outright by the Emperor’s daughter. She finds them unimpressive because they are not manufactured, not glittering with artificial splendor. Her interest lies not in wonder, but in spectacle. The…-
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The Story of a Mother
The Story of a Mother begins with a quiet desperation that clings to the cold air. The mother, drained from sleepless nights beside her sick child, watches as life slips through her hands. Death arrives not as a terrifying force, but in the gentle disguise of a weary old man, asking only for warmth. When the mother’s eyelids close in exhausted surrender, he takes the child, and the chase begins. Her journey is not fueled by strength but by love deeper than instinct. She follows Death through the night,…-
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The Shadow
The Shadow introduces a tale where intellect meets illusion, unraveling a dark parable about identity and power. The learned man, drawn to warmer lands for the sake of health and change, soon discovers that brilliance of mind does not protect against the searing heat or the unfamiliar ways of the south. His days become still, lived behind curtains and cool interiors, while the city blooms with life as the sun sets. Curious music and flickering lights across the street whisper of enchantments just beyond…-
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The Red Shoes
The Red Shoes introduces a young girl named Karen, whose life changes drastically after receiving a pair of handmade red shoes during her mother’s funeral. Despite the sadness of her loss, the vivid shoes became a symbol of comfort and wonder in her otherwise bleak world. Shortly after, she is adopted by a wealthy, elderly woman who notices Karen’s humble upbringing and immediately sets out to reform her appearance and manners. Though Karen is taught refinement and proper conduct, her fascination with…-
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The Real Princess
The Real Princess begins not with grandeur, but with a quiet yearning—one that belongs to a Prince tired of titles and masks. He’s not looking for someone who merely wears a crown; he longs for someone whose nobility runs deeper than appearance. His travels bring him face-to-face with many royal figures, all charming in their own way, yet none truly convince him. They are polished, rehearsed, and polite, but something essential seems to be missing. With each encounter, his doubt grows stronger. He…-
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The Old House
The Old House stood across a cobbled street, dark and leaning slightly, yet brimming with silent stories and faded grandeur. In it lived an elderly man, alone but not forgotten, who had drawn the attention of a boy living in the neat, modern home opposite. Despite the contrast between their worlds, a quiet connection grew. The boy, guided by a feeling he didn’t fully understand, gifted one of his pewter soldiers to the old man, hoping it would cheer him. The gift, though small, bridged their separate…-
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The Naughty Boy
In this chapter titled "The Naughty Boy" tells of a quiet, elderly poet who leads a peaceful life, surrounded by books, memories, and the comfort of solitude. On a stormy evening, thunder rumbles and winds wail when a faint knock draws his attention. Upon opening the door, he finds a drenched child with golden curls and rosy cheeks, delicate as an angel yet trembling in the cold. The poet, guided by kindness, brings the boy inside, offering a warm blanket and a comforting meal of wine and roasted apples.…-
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The Little Match Girl
The Little Match Girl begins with a young girl shivering in the streets on New Year’s Eve, barefoot and alone, her hands tightly holding a bundle of matches. She walks unnoticed through the city, passed by celebrants oblivious to her hunger and despair. The chill bites harder with each step, and the absence of shoes or shelter drives her to crouch in a corner. She’s too afraid to go home with no money from sales, dreading her father's anger and the cold walls of their broken home. Out of sheer…-
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The Leap-Frog
The Leap-Frog begins not with fanfare, but with the quiet presence of a contender who surprises everyone by saying very little. A challenge is announced by a king who offers his daughter’s hand to whichever creature can leap the highest. Drawn to this opportunity are three distinct participants: the nimble Flea, the elegant Grasshopper, and the silent, unnoticed Leap-frog. Each boasts in turn, the Flea of his ancestry and how he has danced in royal boudoirs, hopping lightly but with flair. The…-
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