The Tale of the Unseen Beauty
Once upon a time, nestled in the heart of a vast forest, rested the dazzling kingdom of Behri. Unlike any other kingdom, the beauty of Behri was not its towering fortresses, labyrinthine gardens or majestic palace. Its glory was its inhabitants, most enchanting of all citizens being Princess Liana. However, Princess Liana was kept hidden from public view due to a prophecy made at her birth, she would claim her rightful place only when a heart which sees would find her. She spent her days in the sprawling castle, devouring books, painting, and echoing sweet melodies throughout her seclusion.
Across the borders of Behri, in a humble village, lived Rayan, a handsome and kind-hearted young man. He was blessed with a heart that held love for every soul. However, life had one adversity for him; he was born without sight. Despite this, Rayan never shied away from living life to its fullest and his optimism was infectious.
One day, alerted by an enchanting melody in the wind, Rayan followed the song through the forest—it was as though the song had beckoned him. His footpaths unknowingly led him to the castle of Behri where Princess Liana resided. As if an unseen force guided him, he found his way to the palace chambers where Liana lay hidden. The Princess, taken aback by his unexpected presence, dared to present herself for the first time, revealing her face to a stranger.
Rayan, unable to behold her beauty, spent hours conversing with Liana, they shared stories, laughter, and for the first time, Liana felt a bond of friendship. Over the passing weeks, Rayan regularly visited the castle, drawn to Liana's captivating spirit, her love for knowledge, her artistic skills, and her melodious voice. He became fond of the Princess's warm nature and intelligence, and he admired her strength to endure her solitude—her unseen beauty.
News of the frequent visitor reached King Harlen, who was initially enraged about the disruption to his daughter's seclusion. However, observing an unforeseen joy and vivacity in his daughter upon Rayan's visits, the King's heart lightened. He realized that Rayan's pure-hearted sight beyond physicality was the 'heart which sees' mentioned in the prophecy.
Liana's parents confessed the prophecy to her, and it was her turn to be shocked. She realized Rayan had unlocked her from her cage without even knowing it; he had truly seen her. When she revealed this to Rayan, he was surprised yet joyful that his unseeing gaze was the one to fulfill the prophecy.
On Liana's birthday, the King announced to all of Behri about Princess Liana and how a man from a humble village, sightless to the world, but gifted with the heart that sees, had altered her destiny. The people of Behri rejoiced and celebrated this revelation, welcoming their Princess with open hearts and receiving Rayan as one of their own.
Princess Liana took up her rightful place as the sovereign of Behri, with Rayan by her side. He taught the kingdom to see people beyond their appearances, and she led with wisdom and justice inherited from her years of solitude spent in books, arts, and music.
Their story became a beacon of love and acceptance all over the kingdom, reminding everyone of the power of unseen beauty and the sight of the heart. Their tale was a testament to the fact that beauty lies not within the eyes of the beholder, but within the hearts that truly see.