Once upon a time, in a distant and enchanted land, there lived a fearsome beast who was said to possess all the treasures of the world. This beast had amassed a vast collection of riches, from shimmering jewels to gleaming gold, and his lair was a spectacle of opulence and grandeur.

Riches galore

However, despite his immense wealth and splendor, the beast was plagued by a profound loneliness. He yearned for something more valuable than all the treasures he owned: he longed for true love and beauty to fill the void in his heart. He believed that if he could find someone to love him despite his monstrous appearance, he would finally find the happiness he had been seeking.

Love bites back

In his quest for love, the beast explored the far reaches of the land, encountering many potential companions. But as soon as he felt a spark of affection, he would take a bite of it, metaphorically speaking. His fears of being rejected and hurt were so strong that he would sabotage his own chances at happiness. Each time he opened his heart to the possibility of love, his insecurities and fears would overtake him, causing him to push away those who genuinely cared for him.

Realization

The beast's heartache only deepened as he realized that the more he chased after love, the more elusive it became. He had all the treasures in the world, but they brought him no solace. He would gaze at his vast wealth, feeling a hollowness within him that no amount of gold could fill. The beauty he sought was not in his collection of treasures, but in the genuine connection and affection he craved.

The Rose

One day, as the beast wandered through a quiet forest, he stumbled upon a secluded cottage. There, he discovered a garden of exquisite roses, each bloom radiating with natural beauty. Among these roses was a single, exceptional rose unlike any he had ever seen. It was delicate and enchanting, its petals reflecting the moonlight in a way that seemed to hold a promise of the love he so desired.

Ethereal enlightenment

Entranced by the rose's beauty, the beast couldn't help but reach out to touch it. But as he did, a sharp thorn pricked his paw, causing a drop of blood to fall onto the petals. In that moment, the rose seemed to shimmer with an ethereal light, and a voice echoed in the air, revealing itself as a magical enchantment woven into the rose's existence.

Face your Fears

"I am the embodiment of true love," the voice murmured. "To attain the love you seek, you must learn to overcome your fears and insecurities. Only then can you truly appreciate and cherish the beauty that exists around you."

Looking deeper into self

The beast was struck by the revelation, realizing that he had been his own greatest obstacle in finding love and happiness. With newfound determination, he set out on a journey of self-discovery and growth. He faced his fears, confronted his insecurities, and learned to see beyond the surface to the true beauty within himself and others.

Softer still

As he transformed his inner world, the beast's exterior began to change as well. His fur became softer, his claws less fearsome, and his once-intimidating presence softened. And in this transformation, he found a profound sense of self-acceptance and a genuine appreciation for the beauty that existed within and around him.

Beauties Embrace

And so, the beast's tale evolved from a story of endless seeking into a narrative of self-discovery, growth, and the true nature of beauty and love. He realized that he didn't need all the treasures in the world to find happiness; he simply needed to open his heart and embrace the beauty that was already there.

CREDITS


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Photography by Wild Love


Clothing and jewellery and Model is Michael Eaton.


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