A New Year's tale - Дмитрий Май

"Thank you, Mika, for the most magical New Year's Eve," Lena said, hugging her reindeer friend.

"Always believe in the magic of your dreams, Lena, — Mika replied.

When Lena climbed onto the bed, her thoughts were full of nighttime wonders and she knew that she would always remember her magical New Year's adventure with Mika. She fell asleep smiling, ready for the New Year and the many adventures it would bring. And so, under the soft light of the fading northern lights, the village slept peacefully, wrapped in the warmth of magical dreams and the promise of a bright tomorrow.

On New Year's Eve, a boy named Ivan lived in a small winter village where snowflakes danced like tiny stars in the night sky. Ivan was known for his kind heart and love of sculpting magnificent snowmen. He always tried to help his fellow villagers by clearing snow-covered roads or sharing the warmth of a family campfire. On New Year's Eve, Ivan decided to make the most charming snowman the village has ever seen. He rolled and stroked the snowman until the snowman, whom he affectionately named Snowman Kai, became tall and proud in the pale moonlight. But Kai the Snowman was no ordinary snowman. When the clock struck midnight and the old year passed, a portion of New Year's magic fell on the village.

— Happy New Year, Ivan! A voice rang out.

Startled, Ivan turned around and saw that Kai the Snowman had come to life, his charcoal eyes sparkling with fun.

— You can talk! Ivan exclaimed, his eyes wide open.

"I really can, because today is the night of magic, — replied Kai the Snowman, pointing with his branchy hand at the shining sky.

In the spirit of adventure and kindness, Kai the Snowman offered Ivan a magical journey.

They visited the houses of the villagers and gave New Year's blessings. But there were unexpected consequences: with each good deed, Snowman Kai lost some of his magic and came close to becoming just a snowman again. Undeterred, the couple set off into the cold night. They visited the house of a lonely elder, leaving a basket of food on the doorstep. With each action, Kai the Snowman's radiance dimmed slightly, but his smile did not fade at all.

— Are you sure you want to continue? Ivan asked, frowning uneasily.

— Absolutely," replied Snowman Kai. "Kindness is the greatest magic of all.

Then they met a shivering stray dog. Ivan hesitated, but Kai the Snowman gently pushed him forward. Wrapping the dog in a scarf, Ivan felt a warmth that had nothing to do with the warmth of the woolen fabric. The night went on, filled with laughter and joy, and Ivan and Snowman Kai expressed their approval. But as dawn approached, Kai the Snowman's figure began to sag, and his voice became quieter.

"Our time is almost up," Kai the Snowman said with a note of sadness in his tone.

— But why? Ivan's voice trembled. — Should kindness always have a price?

— Not the cost, a reminder, — explained Snowman Kai. — Every good deed leaves a mark in the world, as well as in me.

When the first ray of light touched the horizon, Kai the Snowman froze and fell silent, his magic ran out.

Ivan's heart ached, but he knew that their good night had changed the village forever. The sun rose and the villagers woke up to find their world full of secrets and generosity. They gathered around the snowman, admiring the unfolding magic. And although Kai the Snowman no longer spoke, his spirit continued to live in the hearts of the villagers. Ivan smiled through his tears, knowing that their enchanting New Year's Eve would be remembered for many years. There is a little magic left in every good deed and the memory of the Snowman Kaye will inspire everyone to maintain the spirit of generosity.

So, dear children, remember: be kind, because kindness weaves magic into the fabric of life, creating a story that experiences even the most fleeting magical nights.

One day in a snowy city on the last night of the year, a little boy named Luka, wrapped in a cozy blanket, snuggled up to his fluffy puppy Zoya. Twinkling Christmas lights danced around the room as Luka and Zoya waited for the clock to strike midnight.

— Woof! Zoey barked, wagging his tail excitedly.

— Yes, it's almost New Year's Eve!

Luka laughed, hugging Zoya tightly to him. As the hands of the clock approached twelve, something magical began to happen. Outside the window, snowflakes sparkled brighter than ever, swirling in a whirlwind of sequins.

Luka and Zoya, curious and amazed, came closer to the window to get a better look at it. Suddenly, with a gust of wind, the window opened and a cool breeze brought with it a shimmering snowflake, which landed gently on Zoya's nose. In the blink of an eye, Zoey began to grow and turned into a big magical puppy with wings!

— Woof woof! Zoey exclaimed, as if inviting Luka on an adventure.

"Are we going to fly? — asked Luka in surprise.

After a nod from Zoya, Luka climbed onto his back and together they flew out into the starry night.

The city below was covered in snow, and the lights twinkled like millions of fireflies. Luka held onto Zoya tightly as they soared higher into the sky, where the stars seemed close enough to