World Children's Story Classics: Family Stories

Chapter 35 The Nutcracker
Mary has a nutcracker in the shape of a puppet whose mouth can be opened and closed to crush the nutcracker.

One night, countless mice drilled out of nowhere and pounced on Mary viciously.At this critical moment, the Nutcracker bravely draws out his sword to protect Mary.But there were too many mice, and the Nutcracker was about to die.Mary raised a boot and hit the Mouse King.The king died, and the other mice ran away.Suddenly a golden light flashed, and the Nutcracker turned into a handsome prince. He smiled and said to Mary: "You helped me defeat the mouse king and lifted the magic. Thank you for saving me." Mary was very happy, and The prince held a grand ball.

(End of this chapter)