On the Isle of the Beast, Prince Cocteau the Thrice-Blessed, formerly the titular Beast of his island, married his lady love and the savior of his humanity, the lovely and gentle-hearted Lady Beauty. The couple invited the rulers of the other islands, as well as various dignitaries such as the former monarchs King Caliphim and Queen Allaria, and of course, King Alexander and Queen Cassima, who the happy couple invited to stand with them as best man and maid of honor.

“I owe my life to Alexander,” Prince Cocteau said during the reception. “After I was transformed into a beast by an evil witch, and my home transported here by her magic, I became bitter and angry about the loss of my humanity.

Alexander reminded me of what it meant to be human, and he helped break that spell by introducing me to the love of my life, my bride, my Beauty.”  

The Prince’s demure new wife also had some words to share with the guests. “I was but a poor servant girl when I met my prince, but when I heard the sad tale of the Beast, my dear Cocteau, I knew I had to help him. Thanks to the love we found at first sight, Cocteau is now human again, and we have never been happier. I never dreamed my life would turn out like this, and I am so very grateful that it has.”

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