Grandma's house was so big that Holly, Dolly, and Molly, three young girls from the neighborhood, would refer to it as the castle.

One day, as Holly, Dolly, and Molly were visiting their grandmother, they noticed something strange. A sign had been posted on the front lawn that read: "Castle Open for Exploration." The girls couldn't believe their eyes! They had always wondered what secrets lay hidden within those towering walls, and now they had a chance to find out.

Without hesitation, the three sisters decided to explore the old Victorian. As they stepped inside, they were greeted by an enormous living room filled with antique furniture and paintings that told stories of generations past. The girls felt as if they had traveled back in time, surrounded by such treasures from the past.

As they continued their journey, Holly, Dolly, and Molly discovered a hidden staircase leading to an attic filled with old trunks and boxes. They spent hours rummaging through these relics of Grandma's life, finding photographs, letters, and other mementos that revealed more about her fascinating history.

Holly, Dolly, and Molly stumbled upon a locked door at the top of the attic stairs. They were determined to uncover what lay behind it, so they searched for a way to open it. After some trial and error, they managed to find an old key hidden in one of Grandma's trunks that fit the lock perfectly.

With excitement building, the girls opened the door and stepped into a secret garden. The sight was breathtaking – colorful flowers bloomed everywhere, and a small pond sparkled under the sunlight. In the center of the garden stood an ancient oak tree with a swing hanging from one of its sturdy branches.

As they swung gently back and forth, Holly, Dolly, and Molly shared stories about their own families and dreams for the future. They realized that Grandma's castle was not just a place filled with history and treasures; it was also a sanctuary where memories were made and friendships grew stronger.

From that day on, Holly, Dolly, and Molly referred to Grandma's house as the "Castle of Friendship," for it had brought them closer together and taught them valuable lessons about their own lives and the world around them. And every time they visited, they would leave with a newfound appreciation for the magic that can be found in even the most ordinary places.

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