Author / Illustrator: Shin-Dii

"Mummy said, 'For the New Year, she'll buy me a new pair of shoes. I've been looking forward to it for a whole month! What style of shoes should we get?'"

"The neighbour's child, Abao, has a pair of sneakers with cartoon patterns; they look really cool! But I already have two pairs of sneakers in my shoe cabinet."

"Or should I get sandals? White sandals make me feel so grown-up and mature! But I can only wear sandals in the spring..."

"I'm a little envious of Ping Ping's new rain boots with cute flower patterns. But I don't want Ping Ping to think I'm copying her."

Tiger said, "Oh, sorry to startle you. I won't harm you; I'm just looking for something." Ann puzzled asked, "What are you doing?"

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"I'm looking for my shoes," Tiger replied anxiously, searching as he spoke.

"I've already spent all my money, and I need to wear them early tomorrow. I think I'll have to borrow from the other participants," Tiger said helplessly.

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Tiger said, "Are you serious? But that's your New Year's gift, and it's very important to you."

Ann said, "But I get them every year; you only get them every twelve years!"

So, Ann persuaded her mum to take Tiger to buy a magnificent and dazzling new pair of shoes.

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