One woman's life took an unexpected turn when she believed she had struck a EuroMillions win, only to have her hopes dashed moments later. For a brief moment, Margaret De Micheli had envisioned a future of retirement by the coast with her spouse. For 10 mammoth minutes, she planned what she would do with her £34million fortune and envisioned a bright future for herself and her partner.

However, a trip to the Post Office to confirm her win led to crushing disappointment. Given a slip by the shopkeeper confirming her apparent win, Margaret's excitement soared, and the possibilities of what could be achieved with the winnings raced through her mind. But a visit to Tesco shattered her dreams when she discovered her numbers didn't match.

Contacting the National Lottery only confirmed the harsh reality - she hadn't won the £34million. Margaret's dreams of a tranquil life in Dorset vanished, leaving her and her husband stuck in their cramped London flat. Her husband, a dedicated traffic warden, continued his daily grind, leaving early and returning late, while Margaret struggled to accept the truth.

I'm a fashion writer and this Pretty Woman-inspired dress from M&S is perfect for summer Margaret planned to use the money to move to a seaside location ( Image: Getty Images) Reflecting on their situation, Margaret expressed her desire to move to a seaside location, miles away from their current residence. Speaking previously, Margaret said: "We're back to normal. My husband is back a.