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SALAH KORBI

20th Feb 2025

The Carpenter's Heart

Once upon a time, in a cozy little village, there lived a beautiful woman named Clara. She had long, flowing hair and sparkling eyes. 'Oh, how lovely the flowers are today!' she said one sunny morning to her husband, a hardworking carpenter named Ben. But Clara’s heart was not filled with love for him. Ben sighed, feeling sad. 'I will build you a garden full of flowers, my dear!', he promised with a hopeful smile, even though he knew something was not right.

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Ben worked day and night, carving wood and planting seeds. But Clara wandered in the village, her thoughts far away. 'Why don’t you adore me like you say?' she whispered to herself. One day, she met a kind poet named Leo. 'Your beauty shines like a star! Do you not feel loved?' he asked. Clara smiled softly but realized that her heart was lost. With Ben's garden blooming beautifully, she knew the truth inside; love can't be forced, but through kindness and hard work, Ben was showing her his love all along.

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One peaceful afternoon, as Clara strolled through the garden Ben had lovingly made, a gentle breeze carried the sweet scent of blooming flowers. She paused, her hand brushing against a soft petal, and she thought about how each blossom was a tiny piece of Ben’s heart. 'How patient and kind he has been,' Clara whispered, feeling a warmth spread through her chest. She realized that love was not just words spoken but actions taken, a lesson she had learned from Ben’s unwavering dedication.

That evening, Clara decided to talk to Ben, her heart full of new understanding. As the stars twinkled above, she found him in his workshop, surrounded by the comforting scent of fresh wood. 'Ben,' she began softly, 'I see now how much you care for me, and I want to try and give back the same.' Ben’s eyes lit up with a mix of surprise and hope, and he took her hand gently, feeling the spark of a new beginning between them.

From then on, Clara and Ben worked together in their garden, planting seeds of love and friendship. Leo, the poet, often visited, sharing stories and laughter that filled the air like music. The village watched as the couple's garden—and their hearts—grew fuller and more vibrant, proving that with patience and kindness, love could indeed blossom in the most unexpected ways.