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Once upon a time, there lived a prince

who could not find a bride. Fearing the

family line would end, the prince’s mother

gave him an enchanted ring that would fit

only his one true love. Maidens traveled

from near and far to try on the ring, but

to no avail. Then, one day, the daughter of

a visiting merchant slipped the ring onto

her finger—a perfect fit. Upon the royal

wedding, the prince fell in love with his

princess bride, and his marriage thrived.

Untold prosperity, happiness and peace

befell the citizens of his country. And all

lived happily ever after.

As the years passed, the legend of the

royal engagement ring evolved and

became tradition. To this day, if the ruling

or crown prince has not wed by his

thirtieth year, unwed females of

marriageable age are encouraged to try

on the ring. If the ring fits, within seven

days the prince must marry the woman

wearing it, or abdicate the throne.

And our story begins…