Beauty and the beast
Once upon a time, in a land far away, there lived a wealthy merchant who had three
daughters. The youngest and most beautiful daughter was named Beauty. Tragedy
struck when the merchant’s wife passed away, leaving him to raise his daughters
alone. Despite their grief, they supported one another and tried to find happiness in
their lives.
One day, the merchant received news of a grand ball taking place in the king’s
palace. Excitement filled the air as the whole town buzzed with anticipation. The
merchant, wanting to bring joy to his daughters, asked each of them what they
desired as a gift upon his return. The first daughter requested a stunning dress, the
second a sparkling necklace, but Beauty had a humble wish. All she longed for was
a single rose plucked by her father’s hand.
As the merchant journeyed through a dense forest on his way home, night fell upon
him. Weary and with no shelter in sight, he stumbled upon a magnificent castle
hidden within the woods. The castle seemed abandoned, but the merchant sensed an
invitation within its walls. He entered and discovered a lavish feast spread out on a
grand table. Hunger gnawed at his belly, and he couldn’t resist partaking in the
bountiful meal.
After satisfying his hunger, the merchant searched for a place to rest. In a luxurious
bedroom, he found a soft and comfortable bed. As he drifted into a deep slumber, he
dreamt of his daughters and the joyous reunion that awaited them.
The next morning, the merchant explored the castle but found no trace of its
mysterious owner. His eyes fell upon a beautiful rose bush in the garden, and he
remembered Beauty’s request. Overwhelmed by its beauty, he plucked a single red
rose to bring back to his daughter.
In that moment, a fearsome Beast materialized before the merchant. The Beast,
wearing fine silk garments, growled in anger. He accused the merchant of theft, for
the rose belonged to him. The merchant, trembling with fear, explained his purpose
for plucking the rose, revealing his daughter’s humble wish.
The Beast, moved by Beauty’s selflessness, made a proposition. He would spare the
merchant’s life and forgive his “theft” under one condition: Beauty must come to
live in the castle as his guest. The merchant, fearing for his life, agreed to the
Beast’s terms and hastily departed, leaving Beauty behind.
When Beauty arrived at the castle, she was greeted by the Beast’s servants, who
tended to her every need. The castle was filled with wonders, and Beauty soon
discovered a room where a magical mirror stood. The mirror granted her the ability
to see her family, easing the ache in her heart. She was no longer alone.
Days turned into weeks, and Beauty found solace in the castle’s enchanted
surroundings. Despite her initial apprehension, she grew fond of the Beast’s
company. He proved to be kind, considerate, and never imposed his fearsome
appearance upon her.
As time passed, the Beast fell deeply in love with Beauty. He could sense the
purity of her heart and desired nothing more than her happiness. With trepidation,
he expressed his love and proposed marriage to Beauty. However, Beauty, still
afraid of the Beast’s appearance, hesitated to accept his proposal.
Undeterred, the Beast continued to treat Beauty with utmost kindness and respect.
He understood her reservations and patiently allowed their bond to grow. Beauty
soon realized that true beauty lies within, and the Beast’s loving nature shone
through his fearsome exterior.
One fateful night, as Beauty gazed into the magic mirror, she saw her father
gravely ill and on the verge of death. Overwhelmed with sorrow, she begged the
Beast to allow her to visit her family one last time. Touched by her anguish, the
Beast reluctantly granted her request, urging her to return after seven days.
Beauty rushed to her family’s side and tended to her ailing father. The days flew
by, and she lost track of time, consumed by her love for her family. As the seventh
day approached, Beauty awoke from a terrible nightmare. In her dream, she saw the
Beast on the brink of death, calling out to her. Deeply moved, she realized the
extent of her love for him.
With a heavy heart, Beauty left her family, for she knew she had to honor her
promise to the Beast. As she returned to the castle, she professed her love and
vowed to stay with him forever. In that moment, the Beast underwent a miraculous
transformation. He transformed into a handsome prince, his curse lifted by Beauty’s
genuine love.
Overjoyed, Beauty and the prince celebrated their newfound happiness. They were
married and lived a life of love, compassion, and endless joy in the enchanted castle.
The End
