She cursed him with beauty. So irresistible that both women and men fell in love with him at first glance. Others believe he was hideous-a monster of sorts. An ugly beast who hides away in a tower, afraid to be seen. I've heard these stories before. I knew them. Not only that, but I could even recite them in my sleep. No matter how many times I've heard them, nothing could have prepared me for what happened-for him.