Chinese boy saves US$28 for 6 months to buy mum birthday gift, touches shop owner
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An 11-year-old boy from Hebei province, China, saved 200 yuan (US$28) over six months to buy his mother a birthday gift. He accumulated the money, one yuan at a time, from his pocket money since May of the previous year. The boy entered a shoe shop and requested a pair of shoes for his mother's daily commute, explaining that her current shoes were worn out. Touched by his gesture, the shop owner offered a discount on a pair of white trainers, selling them to him for just over 100 yuan. The shop owner also assured the boy that his mother could exchange the shoes if needed and encouraged him to save the remaining money. The boy's act of kindness has resonated with millions online.
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