Little did she know
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Ariana's mother passed away due to a form of cancer that couldn't be cured. It was extremely difficult for Ariana and her father to get by as they struggled without her. His only solution was to re-marry to ensure that his daughter had a stable family whilst growing up. However, shorty after her father re-married, he got into an accident caused by a reckless driver. As a result Ariana's step mother and step sisters inherited the house, all of his money and her.
Now, Ariana is grown up and has gotten used to her current life style. She is treated more as a servant then a family member at home. She goes to a regular high school where she is supported by her best friend. She knows her life isn't great but there isn't much she can do.
One day a mysterious boy shows up. Everyone seems to know who is. He finds something intriguing about Ariana. Will this be the change that they have both been longing for?
(A Cinderella story)
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