Baskadia

CINDRELLA

Once upon a time in a quaint village, there lived a kind and gentle girl named Cinderella. She had a heart as pure as gold but was forced to endure a life of hardship. After her beloved mother passed away, her father remarried a woman with two daughters of her own, Anastasia and Drizella.

Cinderella's stepmother and stepsisters were cruel and made her do all the household chores while they lived a life of luxury. Despite her circumstances, Cinderella never lost her kindness and grace. She found solace in the company of the birds and mice that would visit her.

One day, a royal announcement was made throughout the kingdom. The prince was holding a grand ball, and every maiden in the land was invited. Cinderella's heart swelled with excitement at the prospect of attending the ball, but her stepmother and stepsisters were determined to keep her from going. They gave her endless chores and made it impossible for her to prepare for the event.

Just when it seemed all hope was lost, a magical transformation occurred. With the help of her fairy godmother, Cinderella was turned into a vision of beauty. Her ragged dress became a magnificent gown, and a pumpkin was magically transformed into a splendid carriage. The fairy godmother warned her that the enchantment would only last until midnight.

Cinderella arrived at the ball, capturing everyone's attention, including that of the prince. They danced the night away, and for a brief moment, Cinderella felt like a true princess. But as the clock struck midnight, she had to flee, leaving behind a glass slipper.

The prince was determined to find the mysterious maiden who had captured his heart, and he traveled throughout the kingdom, asking every maiden to try on the glass slipper. When he arrived at Cinderella's home, her stepsisters tried to squeeze into the slipper, but it was too small for them.

Cinderella's turn came, and the slipper fit perfectly. Her true identity was revealed, and she was reunited with the prince. They were married in a grand ceremony, and Cinderella forgave her stepsisters for their past cruelty, inviting them to live in the palace as well.

Cinderella's story became a legend in the kingdom, a tale of kindness, resilience, and the belief that goodness would always be rewarded. And so, Cinderella and the prince lived happily ever after, proving that true love could overcome any adversity.