“I heard the legend as a child: Xóchitl and Huitzilin met as children. They grew up and played together for years. Over time, an infinite love blossomed between them. When they came of age, they married and lived happily. Their union, however, was short-lived: As a warrior and leader of their people, Huitzilin had to leave for war. Xóchitl was left alone, hoping her husband would return one day. At that moment, Xóchitl didn’t know she would never see Huitzilin again.”
Andrea Fischer, Writer
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