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The Little Star That Shone Bright

Once upon a time, in the vast universe, there was a little star named Stella. Unlike the other stars in the sky, Stella wasn’t particularly bright or big. She often felt overshadowed by her larger and more brilliant siblings.

Every night, Stella would shine as best she could, but she couldn't help feeling small and insignificant. "Why can't I be like the others?" she wondered aloud one evening.

Just then, an old comet named Comet appeared. Comet had been traveling through space for millions of years and had seen countless stars come and go. He floated gently near Stella and said, "Stella, each star has its own purpose. Your light may not be as bright, but it’s just as important."

"But how?" asked Stella, still doubtful.

Comet smiled and continued, "You see, the sky needs all kinds of stars. Some guide travelers at night; some bring warmth to distant planets. Your light might inspire someone who feels lost, or remind them of hope when they’re sad."

Stella thought about this and decided to try harder. From that day on, she shone with all her might, even if it was just a tiny spark. And sure enough, people began to notice her. A young girl gazed up at the night sky and whispered, "Look, Mommy! There’s a star shining so brightly!"

Hearing those words made Stella feel proud. She realized that being different didn’t mean being less. Her unique glow brought joy to others, and that was enough.

From then on, Stella shone brighter than ever—not because she wanted to outshine anyone else, but because she understood her role in the universe. And every night, she reminded everyone that even the smallest lights can make a big difference.

And so, Stella became known as the little star that shone bright.

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