Once upon a Christmas Eve
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  • Reads 1,927
  • Votes 402
  • Parts 11
  • Time 1h 52m
Complete, First published Dec 18, 2024
Mature
On a cold and bitter Christmas Eve, ten-year-old orphan Seb was caught stealing bread to survive, enduring the cruel punishment of a shopkeeper. But in his darkest hour, hope arrived in the form of eight-year-old Bella, whose kind heart shone brighter than the Christmas lights around them. She gave him the money for food, her cherished chain to buy a warm coat, and something even greater-a belief in the goodness of humanity.

Years passed, and Seb transformed his life, rising to success with her small act of kindness as his guiding light. But every Christmas, his heart aches for the girl who gave him hope. For twenty years, he's searched tirelessly for her, yearning to thank her and discover the woman behind the memory.

As destiny begins to weave its magic, will their paths cross again? And if they do, what words could possibly express the gratitude, the longing, and the love that has grown in his heart? This heartwarming tale of kindness, gratitude, and the power of second chances will remind you that even the smallest acts can change a life forever.

A story of resilience, kindness, and the magic of Christmas, this tale reminds us that even in the coldest moments, the smallest gestures can light the way home.
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