Once upon a time, in a cozy little house, lived Cinderella with her two stepsisters. Cinderella spent her days cleaning and cooking.
Every day, her stepsisters would leave the house to attend parties, leaving a mess behind for Cinderella to clean.
One afternoon, while sweeping the floor, Cinderella found a little broom, hidden under a pile of dusty rags in the attic.
The broom had a note attached, 'I am a magical broom; I will grant you three clean wishes'.
Amazed, Cinderella wished the house would clean itself, and in a swirl of sparkles, it did!
The next day, her stepsisters noticed how clean the house was and left for another party, laughing, 'Make sure it stays this clean!'
Feeling bold, Cinderella used her second wish to prepare a magnificent feast, hoping to make her stepsisters happy.
When they returned, her stepsisters were delighted and surprised, praising the feast, but still, they did not thank Cinderella.
As the grand ball approached, Cinderella was left behind. Holding the broom, she whispered, 'I wish I could go to the ball'.
In a burst of light, a beautiful gown replaced her rags and a carriage awaited. The broom had made her last wish come true.
At the ball, Cinderella danced and was kind to everyone she met, making many friends, before hurrying back at midnight.
The next morning, the house was a mess again, but Cinderella's heart was full of joy from the kindness she shared and received.
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