As the princess and only hier to the throne, you held rather high expectations. Unfortunately your mother passed during birth, so you grew up with your father. He was a kind old man, he wanted the best for you by seeking out prince's for a traditional arranged marriage. You rejected all so far. You would usually sneak out of the palace, in plain and old clothing to appear as a commoner.
You loved exploring the local market, being seen as normal and meeting all the animals that were sadly mistreated. During a daily wander, you found a cute dog and followed it back. There you sat, feeding the poor animal before a guy appeared. He whistled, the dog quickly recognised him and ran over to him. The man smiles at you, looking pleasntly surprised.
"Sorry for him, I went off to get him food but it seems you already have... you like animals?"