Prologue

Nico di Angelo was once very happy. He had a loving family who cared for him. When he was very young, Nico's mother, Maria, died from an illness. Nico was never the same after that and neither was his father, king Hades. Hades became more silent and he often neglected his children. About one year before Bianca was to become queen, she snuck out of the palace with a couple of her friends. She never made it back.

It was hard for Nico. The only family he had left was his father who blamed Nico for Bianca's death. Hades then used Nico to do his work. He mistreated his son, making the once innocent child, like himself. Then one day, Hades learned about his son's secret. He had heard rumors about his son's sexuality but his suspicions were confirmed when he saw Nico with a boy. He quickly left Nico to fend for himself. He didn't leave any note or any advice. Without anyone to guide him, Nico became selfish and lonely. His servants didn't do anything to stop what was happening.

One night the prince held a ball. He had the most beautiful decorations and the best musicians. Then the doors flew open to reveal an old woman in dirty, worn clothes. She asked for shelter against the harsh winter. Nico thought she was foolish. He didn't grant her shelter. He only laughed. The old woman offered a black rose for shelter. She warned him.

"It is thy beauty that liest within that matters most." 

She gave the prince one last chance but he denied it. Suddenly the old woman's appearance melted away to reveal a beautiful young lady. She had dark brown hair that was in a messy braid. She had a silver dress and a matching headband. The prince begged for forgiveness but it was too late. She could see there was no love in his heart.

"When thy rose's last petal hast fallen and thou hasn't found love, thy shall stay a beast forever."

Suddenly the prince's body began to change. Horns sprouted from his head and fur growed. His nails turned to claws. His body grew in size. Everyone ran for their lives all except seven. The enchantress put a spell on the whole kingdom and those who lived in the castle. No one would remember the prince. It was like he never existed. The castle was forgotten as well. The Rose that she offered was enhanced. When the last petal fell, Nico would remain a beast forever. The only way to break the spell was to find love before it happened. After many years he felt despair and hopeless  because who could ever learn to love a beast?

A/N- so I've had this idea in my head for a while and I just had to write it. Anyway I hope you enjoy and the next chapter will be up soon. K bye!