A poor widow lived with her young son Henry. When the mother fell ill with no doctor or money, Henry prayed to the fairy Bienfaisante for help. The fairy told Henry the only way to save his mother was to climb a dangerous mountain and bring back the plant of life growing at the summit. Though fearful, Henry courageously set out on the journey to save his mother, determined to face any dangers. The fairy assured him his mother would remain as he left her until his return.