Once upon a time, there was a kind maiden named Cinderella.
She lived with her wicked stepmother, who made her do all the chores.
One day, the kingdom announced a royal ball, but Cinderella was forbidden to go.
Her fairy godmother appeared, turning rags into a magnificent gown and a pumpkin into a carriage.
The fairy warned the spell would break at midnight.
At the ball, Cinderella captivated the prince with her grace and beauty.
She had to flee at midnight, leaving a glass slipper behind.
The prince searched the kingdom, fitting the slipper on her and they married happily ever after.
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