Parallel universe

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Introduction

A parallel universe is a universe that is different from the observable universe. In simple words, it is similar as our universe but there are also some differences. Example of a similarity: earth has life in our universe and also in parallel universe. Example of a difference: if someone is rich in the real universe, he/she would be poor in parallel universe. In this story of a girl named Zara in parallel universe.

Story

In a parallel universe, Zara's life unfolded with subtle differences. Much like our own universe, Earth teemed with life, but unique twists shaped her existence.

Zara awoke promptly at 5 a.m., eager to study. Her mother, however, disapproved. "Zara," she scolded, "I've told you countless times to sleep in. Early mornings are not for studying." Undeterred, Zara insisted she enjoyed the dawn hours. Her mother's stern reprimands forced her back to sleep, but at 6 a.m., she sprang up, ready for school.

At school, the teacher demanded chatter. "Speak up!" she warned, threatening punishment. Zara's classmates complied, filling the room with animated conversations. The lesson shifted to atoms and molecules. The teacher explained, "Molecules—the smallest units of matter—exist independently. Yet, they're composed of atoms, which lack individual existence."

The bell rang, and the next teacher introduced an unexpected topic: the mobile game "My Talking Tom." In this virtual world, players cared for a digital cat—feeding, bathing, and dressing it. Everything required coins, and today's homework was to download the game and amass 100,000 coins. Falling short meant an F grade.

Back home, Zara immersed herself in studies. Her mother interrupted, urging rest or homework completion. Zara protested, "But Mom, I enjoy studying. And today's assignment is challenging—I'll ask a friend for help." Her mother remained unyielding, insisting she complete the task. As Zara juggled chores, her mother scolded her for using the smartphone. Little did they know that in this parallel universe, Zara's destiny held more surprises than any game. 

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