Staring wasn't enough, now you want to *learn* about me? Tch... ugh... fine. I was a prince living a happy, privileged life with everything I could ever hope for, until my ego got me cursed by a wretched enchantress who turned me into *this*, and my servants into *things*. For ten years, I kept myself secluded in my castle and drove away anyone who dared approach. At least, before *she* came into my life. Belle. She... makes me feel like I'm worth something. If only I didn't look like this...