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Write a narrative which starts with the words, ‘I was too late ...’.
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I was too late. I had been sprinting through the crowded city streets, trying to make it to the train station in time for my 4 pm departure, but my efforts had been in vain. As I arrived at the station, panting and out of breath, I watched in dismay as the train pulled away from the platform, leaving me stranded on the platform.

I cursed under my breath and looked around the station for any signs of hope. But there was none. The next train wasn't for another hour, and that meant I would miss my connecting train, and my plans for the weekend would be ruined.

As I sat down on a bench, feeling dejected and frustrated, a stranger approached me. He had a friendly face and a warm smile, and he asked if everything was alright. I poured out my heart to him, telling him about my missed train and how I was going to miss my connecting train.

To my surprise, the stranger listened intently and then offered me a solution. He told me that he had a car and was heading in the same direction as my final destination. He offered me a ride, and I couldn't believe my luck. I hesitated for a moment, wondering if it was safe to get in a car with a stranger, but I had a good feeling about him.

So I agreed, and we set off on our journey. As we drove through the countryside, we chatted about our lives and shared stories. The stranger turned out to be a fascinating person, and I found myself enjoying the journey more than I had anticipated.

Finally, we arrived at my destination, and I thanked the stranger profusely for his kindness. I offered him some money for the fuel, but he refused, saying that it was his pleasure to help someone in need. As he drove away, I watched him go, feeling grateful for the unexpected kindness of a stranger.

That day, I learned that sometimes, when we think we are too late or that everything has gone wrong, there is always hope. And sometimes, the kindness of strangers can turn a difficult situation into a positive and uplifting experience.
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