The Present

The mysterious parcel is shaped like a box. It is covered in luxurious, multi-coloured wrapping paper and waits for me on the table. It looks majestic. The shiny paper glitters, sending particles of silver light dancing playfully across the carpet. A large, impressive bow perches magnificently on the top. Layers of folded ribbon cascade down the side like a waterfall. The wrapped gift looks amazing. It fills me with curiosity. My eyes are drawn towards it as it seems to shout, “Look at me! Aren’t I splendid?” Then, I start to anticipate what lies beneath the ostentatious (rich) exterior. I tentatively feel the box for clues but the tension is mounting. I hear excited cries, “Open it! Open it!”

My excited fingers caress the shimmering outer wrap and fumble to untie the ribbon. I rip away the princely paper. I peel back the layers of gift-wrap which I discard in shreds on the floor. Everyone in the room looks on with excitement as the box is revealed. I attempt to prise off the lid but it resists me. I tug and tug until it budges. I peer expectantly at the contents. My hands rummage eagerly through the fragile layers of pink tissue, scented with rose perfume and dotted with confetti. The rustling paper whispers softly to me as I delve deep into the layers. It crumples in my hand as I reach into the bottom of the box to discover its secret.

Ending One

My hand brushes against soft fur. I stroke what seem to be a head and two ears. I pull the ear gently towards me. A face appears from out of the box; it has a brown button nose, two black felt eyes and the cutest grin. What a surprise! Triumphantly, I hold him out for all to see. I say, “He’s gorgeous. He’s the cutest thing I’ve ever seen. Thank you so much” I hug and hug andhug my new found friend.

Ending Two

My hand grasps a sparkling jewel. It has three precious gems dangling in a cluster from a delicate chain. The crystals gleam brilliantly. I hold it to my neck proudly, imagining myself wearing it. I can hardly believe something so precious is mine.