The Star in the Cellar

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War ignited and burned as a wildfire across countries.  My mother and father thought they could shield me despite so many nations falling to oppression and cruelty.  We fled to another country, but the persecution still followed - all the way to the doorstep we took refuge.  Shattered was the stillness of night as troops bombarded us. All were taken but me.

I wait in a secret shelter; hoping for the return of my parents.  Though weak in stature, I am strong in spirit.  With the enemy closing around me, I made a discovery.  A box, surrounded by a crate; marked only with a star.  What rests inside may be my only chance to survive this ordeal...if only I am brave enough to embrace its power - and own the consequences.

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