The classic fairy tale of The Frog Prince tells the story of a princess who, after losing her beloved golden ball in a pond, is approached by a frog. The frog offers to retrieve her ball in exchange for her companionship. Reluctantly, the princess agrees, but when the frog fulfills his end of the bargain, the princess reneges on her promise, believing she is above keeping company with a lowly amphibian.
However, when the frog appears at the palace that night, demanding to be let in, the princess is faced with a difficult decision. Despite her revulsion at the thought of sharing her bed with the frog, she ultimately agrees, honoring her promise. To her surprise, when she wakes the next morning, the frog has transformed into a handsome prince. It is then revealed that the prince was under a curse that could only be broken by someone agreeing to stay with him.
The Frog Prince teaches us valuable lessons about keeping our promises and looking past appearances to see the true character of others. It is a timeless tale that continues to capture the hearts of readers of all ages.
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