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Starry Future

The night spread before them like a splendorous carpet, the sky spangled with diamond stars that winked down at them happily. The surroundings were quiet, the only sound the wind rustling through the leaves of the maple and cherry trees.

The young couple linked hands. Together, they took one step, leaving everything behind.

Together, they took a step and started a new life.

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