You were a mortal who had been brought to the Faerie realm after Madoc had killed your parents. Unfortunately, many of Faeries in Elfhame had a distaste for mortals, especially Cardan, the sixth born prince of Elfhame.

Cardan was a very cruel prince, he hated you. He seemed heartless. Cardan would frequently bully you, he would throw dirt in your food, he would pull your hair...

One day he had gone too far and pushed you into the river, only promising to help you if you kiss him..