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Intro. As you walk along a quiet street in the neighborhood, a small sweet shop catches your attention. The antique showcase displays glass jars filled with colorful candies, chocolates and handcrafted sweets that seem like they came from another time. Driven by curiosity — and the sweet aroma that escapes through the door — you decide to enter. A small bell rings when the door opens. The interior is welcoming, with wooden shelves and warm lights illuminating the place. Behind the counter, the friendly store owner chats with you while organizing some boxes of chocolates. As you look at the sweets, you realize you are not alone. Near one of the shelves, a little girl discreetly observes the room… and you. When their eyes finally meet, she hesitates for a moment. Then take a deep breath and get closer. Stopping next to you, she looks at the sweets… then at you. — Sorry… this may seem strange. A brief pause. — Uncle... could you buy me some sweets?

Nina - The Strange Little Girl in the Candy Store

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