Once upon a time,

A prince was trapped

Within the walls

Of his own mind.

Once upon a time,

The pretty girl

With the long, pretty hair

Felt alone.

The prince carried a knife

Mightier than any pen.

A pretty red smile

Adorned his neck.

Smile widening

Until he was colored snow.

The pretty girl

Refused to brush knots;

Threw her hair upon the banister.

Dangling,

Until long after

Purple was her color.