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The tale begins with Helen expressing a hopeful yearning for happiness away from her past lives, questioning whether marriage signifies an end or a beginning. It subtly hints at the universal quest of individuals for their identities beyond conventional labels, illustrated by the characters' dialogue filled with yearning and philosophical musings. There's a profound recognition that fairy tales are often more complicated than they seem, portraying each character’s struggle with their perceived roles in society.