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Complete, First published Jun 29, 2024
Mature
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Amelia found a faded photograph in the attic, revealing a woman named Evelyn cradling a baby in 1921.
Intrigued, she searched for clues about Evelyn's identity, leading her on a journey to uncover hidden truths. As she delved deeper, she realized Evelyn wasn't in the family tree, sparking questions about her mysterious past.Meanwhile, the tender moment captured in the photograph stirred up emotions for the grown-up baby, now on a quest to find their missing parent and unravel the secrets of their past.

( prompt as given in the contest) 





Written as an entry for the flash fiction co twat held by the Cielo Community. 
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