PreviousRead by Michael Flamel
Once upon a time, in a quaint little cottage nestled on the outskirts of a picturesque village, there lived a young man named Lucas. Lucas was a kind and gentle soul, but he often felt a deep loneliness in his heart. Despite the loving company of his family and friends, he yearned for a love that was unique, a love that was his very own.
One warm spring day, as Lucas wandered through his backyard, he stumbled upon a small, tranquil lily pond that he had never paid much attention to before. Its waters were crystal clear, and lily pads danced upon its surface. But what caught Lucas’s eye was a tiny, vibrant green frog perched on one of the lily pads. It was unlike any frog he had ever seen, with eyes that sparkled like emeralds.
“Hello there, little frog,” Lucas greeted with a smile. “What brings you to my pond?”
To his surprise, the frog replied in a melodic voice, “I have been waiting for you, Lucas. I am not just any frog; I am Princess Isabella, cursed by an evil enchantress to live in this form until a kind soul like you befriends me and falls in love with me.”
Lucas blinked in astonishment, unable to believe his ears. “A talking frog? A cursed princess?” he stammered.
“Yes,” the frog replied. “And only your love can break this curse.”
Lucas, with a heart full of compassion, decided to befriend the princess-frog. He spent hours by the lily pond, talking to her, sharing stories, and getting to know her better. As days turned into weeks, Lucas discovered that Princess Isabella was not only beautiful but also intelligent, witty, and full of kindness.
Their bond grew stronger with each passing day, and as they spent more time together, Lucas couldn’t help but fall deeply in love with Isabella. He admired her resilience and courage in the face of her curse. Their love was unlike any other, built on friendship, trust, and a connection that transcended appearances.
One day, as the sun dipped below the horizon, Lucas took Isabella’s hand and said, “Princess Isabella, I love you for who you are, not what you appear to be. Will you marry me and break this curse together?”
Tears of joy glistened in Isabella’s eyes as she nodded her head, her heart filled with love for Lucas. With a gentle kiss, their love sealed the enchantment’s fate.
In an instant, the lily pond shimmered with a magical light, and Princess Isabella transformed into a breathtakingly beautiful princess, her emerald eyes still as enchanting as ever. The curse was broken, and their love was stronger than ever.
Lucas and Isabella were married in a grand ceremony attended by friends and family from the village. Their love story, filled with the magic of friendship and true love, became legendary. They lived together in happiness and harmony, their love blooming like the lilies in their pond, and they truly did live happily ever after.
And so, the tale of Lucas and Princess Isabella reminds us that love can be found in the most unexpected places, and that true love is not bound by appearances but by the beauty of the heart. ❖
