The document summarizes a fairy tale story. A wealthy merchant had three daughters including the youngest named Belle. The merchant came across an enchanted palace and took a rose from its garden. The Beast who lived there said the merchant's daughter Belle must now take his place. Belle is afraid but cares for the Beast and they become friends. The Beast allows Belle to visit her family but she must return. Belle returns to save the Beast who has fallen ill and in doing so breaks the spell, transforming him into a handsome prince. They live happily ever after.