Beauty

This is a take on the classic tale, 'Beauty and the Beast'. Callie is a sheltered girl from a small town on the east coast who is finally out on her own and ready to explore the world she has never known. She makes it all the way to California before getting very lost and breaking down. In her search for help she stumbles across the Neverland Ranch and it's reclusive owner, Michael Jackson. Michael is a more than famous pop legend but he is a very private man. Dogged by papparazzi and a world who misunderstands him, Michael has retreated into his magical home, content to live out his days in miserable solitude. Although Michael is less than thrilled about Callie's arrival, he agrees to help her get back on the road but informs her that she must stay until the holiday weekend is over. Callie agrees to stay and explores the magical world Michael has created... But is she about to find something more? Can Callie look past the barriers that the rest of the world sees and judges Michael on and learn to love him for who he is?

(reposted from my mjfiction account. I am LOVEjaxon, I own this story and all original characters.)

**Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author.  The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise.  No copyright infringement is intended.**  

**Sequel *hopefully* coming soon... but at the very least--eventually**

TBH- I know it's a little corny and more cynical readers will not like it much -if at all- but I liked the story and what it represented... Just know going in, I know this isn't realistic... but, come on... it's a fairytale :-)