Once upon a time in a far-off land, a young virgin princess named Ella was locked away in a tower. Her wicked stepmother and stepsisters despised her and longed for her to be deflowered by a ferocious beast. One stormy night, the beast arrived at the castle gates, demanding Ella's hand in marriage as payment for saving the kingdom from ruin. The stepmother hesitated, but the stepsisters conspired to send Ella to meet her fate, believing it would rid them of their unwanted rival. Shivering with fear yet trying to appear brave, Ella descended deep into the dank dungeons where she encountered the terrifying creature. To her surprise, the beast was more gentle than she'd expected, revealing his true form: a handsome prince cursed by an enchantress. As they shared a tender moment, the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over them.
