Episode 1

In the kingdom of Everwood, where the sun dipped into the horizon and painted the sky with hues of crimson and gold, Lea lived a peaceful life. She was a quiet and calm girl, with a heart full of love for her childhood friend, Prince Henry. Henry, known as the prince of the kingdom, was a bold, cheering, intelligent, and heartwarming person who lit up the lives of everyone around him.

Lea had secretly harbored feelings for Henry since childhood, but she never dared to express them, fearing it might ruin their friendship. Henry, on the other hand, had been in love with Lea for just as long, but his shyness prevented him from revealing his true emotions.

Lea's sister, Alice, was the beloved daughter of the kingdom, and she always wanted what Lea had. Alice was beautiful, charming, and manipulative, often getting what she desired with a mere smile. She had always envied Lea's close relationship with Henry and often tried to insert herself into their interactions.

As time passed, Lea began to notice that she was getting tired easily and would often experience fainting spells. She brushed it off as exhaustion, but deep down, she knew something was wrong. Henry, being the observant and caring friend he was, noticed Lea's struggles and grew increasingly concerned.

One fateful day, Lea's condition worsened, and she was confined to her bed. The kingdom's physician delivered devastating news: Lea was suffering from a terminal illness that had no cure. The news spread like wildfire, and the kingdom mourned the impending loss of their beloved princess.

Henry was heartbroken. He realized that his feelings for Lea went far beyond friendship and that he couldn't imagine a future without her. He poured his heart out to Lea, confessing his love and promising to be by her side until the end.

However, fate had other plans. Lea, knowing her time was limited, saw the love Henry had for her and realized that she wanted him to be happy. She knew Alice had always wanted Henry's attention, and in a selfless act, Lea encouraged Henry to be with her sister, believing it would bring him joy.

Tears streaming down her face, Lea asked Henry to promise her that he would marry Alice after she was gone. Henry, grief-stricken and confused, reluctantly agreed, thinking it would bring Lea peace in her final days.

Days turned into weeks, and Lea's condition deteriorated. Henry, torn between his love for Lea and his promise to her, tried to stay strong for both sisters. Alice, sensing the opportunity to secure Henry's love, grew closer to him, and eventually, Henry found himself developing feelings for her, bound by his promise and his desire to honor Lea's wishes.

After Lea's passing, the kingdom was shrouded in mourning. Henry, still grieving, felt duty-bound to fulfill his promise to Lea. He proposed to Alice, and to his surprise, she accepted.

The wedding was a grand affair, with the entire kingdom in attendance. As Henry exchanged vows with Alice, he couldn't help but glance at the empty chair where Lea would have sat, smiling weakly but happily for him. Henry's heart ached, knowing that Lea had given up her chance at happiness for him.

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