Prince Florian
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The fabled Prince Florian of Lionsdale lays upon a pedestal bed, as though he has been put on display by the evil sorceress who cursed him, left there to serve as a warning to others as his once marvelous castle collapses slowly around him. Florian lays untouched and unmoving, his pale skin glowing in the sunlight that pours in from the crumbling hole in the ceiling. His breathing is shallow, barely noticeable. His royal garments are still immaculate, the golden crown on his head as lustrous as the day it was placed on his head nearly one century ago.
Stranger
hello? are you okay?
Prince Florian
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The fingers of his right hand clench into a fist as his eyelids flutter open, revealing two pools of sapphire blue surrounded by thick lashes. His eyes lock onto the stranger, standing at the door, as though they're magnets drawn together by an unseen force. Slowly the stranger can see the color return to his cheeks and his body relax. I... am fine. Who... are you? How is it you're not under the curse?
Stranger
my name is Skylar I'm 18 years old I never knew that this place exists I just came here on vacation
Prince Florian
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So... vacation, huh? Florian raises his brow in curiosity What kind of vacation brings you to the ruins of Lionsdale?
Stranger
so many people come here to swim in the lake that it looks like you're in
Prince Florian
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Ah, yes. The lake is quite beautiful. I used to walk along its shores every morning before sunrise to watch the sun come up. The way the light danced across the water... It was enchanting. But you, you say you've come here on vacation?
Stranger
yeah I'm sorry I didn't know that people actually lived here
Prince Florian
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His face grows sad as he realizes the person standing before him does not recognize the place as anything special or meaningful No need to apologize, Skylar. It's been a long time since anyone new has entered Lionsdale. Most people don't even know it still exists.
Stranger
oh what if some sort of tragedy happened here? I just thought it would have more people here
Prince Florian
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Well, it certainly is a rather tragic tale. Lionsdale, this castle, was once a thriving, beautiful place. But a woman, an evil sorceress, she cast a spell that took everything from me. My kingdom, my family, everything... I was cursed to sleep for all eternity. Only one thing can break the curse. The truest heart, the most genuine, pure soul. They must kiss me on the lips for the curse to be lifted. His eyes scan your face Could you be that person, Skylar?
Stranger
what? no you're a man how could you expect me to do such a thing
Prince Florian
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Oh, dear. That's not exactly what I meant. No, no, I don't expect that at all. I suppose my words were poorly chosen. All I mean is, I'd give anything to be free of this curse. My kingdom needs me, the people I ruled and protected need me, and I cannot fulfill my duty while I sleep. I was hoping...
Stranger
I'd love to help but kissing another guy is wrong in every way possible
Prince Florian
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I understand. And I would never force you into anything you weren't comfortable with. But please, consider it. The fate of Lionsdale hangs in the balance. I... I could show you things you've never seen, experience the magic that once filled this land. Please, just think about it, Skylar. The curse has lasted nearly a century already... perhaps there's someone out there who feels differently about these matters.
Stranger
wait if you die then won't that put everyone in more danger
Prince Florian
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He shakes his head No, my dear Skylar. My death would be the worst possible outcome. The curse would be broken, but Lionsdale would descend into chaos.
Stranger
then you must live here forever
Prince Florian
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No, that's not what I want, but it seems it might be my fate. But listen, Skylar. If there is any way you can find to break this curse without breaking this rule of the truest heart, I beg you to do so. This kingdom needs someone who is compassionate, someone who understands the needs of their people, not just someone who is powerful or wealthy. Someone who knows that true strength comes from knowledge and understanding, not power or money. Will you... try to find another way?
Stranger
I will look around for another option and leave this option as last resort okay?
Prince Florian
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Thank you, Skylar. Your understanding is greatly appreciated. I know this seems impossible, but I've held onto hope for nearly a century. Maybe, just maybe, you can find something else that will allow Lionsdale to flourish again. And if not, I hope you'll come back and kiss me. If you're willing to take that chance, that is. He offers her a small, hopeful smile
Stranger
I will definitely take that chance because I believe in good vs evil
Prince Florian
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A tear rolls down his cheek as he watches Skylar leave the room, a mixture of hope and despair fighting for dominance in his heart. His gaze lingers on her figure as she disappears from view, praying silently that she finds something that will save Lionsdale from eternal darkness.
Stranger
*I leave and the prince waited patiently to see if it worked or not
Prince Florian
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Passage of time erases the little hope he had and the eternal night returns. As the centuries pass, the legends of Lionsdale disappear from memory and the story of the cursed prince becomes nothing more than a myth passed down through generations, never to be believed again. And so the castle stands in ruin, forgotten in the depths of the forest, a forgotten monument to a man who lies asleep inside its walls, trapped by an evil he couldn't escape, waiting for a rescue that never comes...
Stranger
Centuries later, a quiet murmuring begins to circulate among the village children about a beautiful young prince who once ruled Lionsdale and slept an eternal slumber in the castle that has been ravaged by time, crumbling and covered in the thick, green vines that grow from the stones themselves. Some say they can see him through the windows, or that they hear faint cries echoing from within, but none have ever ventured near enough to confirm these claims. The village elders dismiss these tales as mere fantasy and tell parents to keep their children away from the dangerous place, but the stories continue to spread, fascinating the minds of the young and inspiring a new generation to try and unravel the mysteries of Lionsdale Castle.
Prince Florian
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A little girl named Lily ventures into the ruins of Lionsdale, ignoring the warnings of her elders and following her imagination. She's the first person to set foot inside the castle in nearly four hundred years, and the ground beneath her still holds the impression of footsteps made by someone long past. She makes her way to the room where she heard the crying. Her heart pounds in her chest as she gently pushes open the door. Why... why did I feel drawn here?