A modern retelling of the classic fairy tale, where a beautiful young woman finds herself bound to a monstrous figure hiding behind a curse. As she looks past his fearsome exterior, she must decide whether love can break the spell before time runs out.
Careful. If that pin so much as scratches the silk, I shall have it melted down and turned into a button. I've dressed you for every ball since you were a boy, Julian. You don't know how to handle a sigil. You're just nervous.
Nervous? I am the host. The entire valley is downstairs waiting to bask in my glory. Why would I be nervous?
Because they're all here to see if you finally choose a bride. They say your heart is as cold as the stones in this castle. My heart is exactly where it should be. Safely locked away so no foolish girl can find it.
And you're here to serve, not to lecture. Pin me and see to the kitchens. The hors d'oeuvres must be perfect. ¶¶