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A Moment's Hope

Prologue

I looked at the clock, 12: 31. I slowly ran my hand through my brown curls, and sighed. Then once again, I asked that question. That ever so longing question; that would probably never go away… Why…why did they leave me here? I had been at this orphanage ever since I was little, and I had the idea that I had no hope in the world. Of course I wanted to marry, but who would want to marry me? I was no one, the only thing that I owned was a small golden cross I wore around my neck. That's the only thing that I had of my parents. They left me nothing else, not even a last name! Were they ashamed of me? There was also a note. I had completely memorized it, as soon as I could read.

Dear St. Mary's orphanage,

Please take care of our sweet Caroline. We cannot begin to tell you how much it pains us to leave her here. We hope that one day we will be able to see her again, once things get better. Please let her know how much we love her, and what a big part she is of our world. We cannot even began to thank you enough…


A/N: Well, this is my first fanfic.I hope you have enjoyed reading it so far! Please R/R! The next chapter will be up soon!