Beauty and the Beast

Belle is a compassionate, steadfast young woman who values family and home. She remains loyal to her father despite hardship and shows patience and moral courage in the face of danger. Her empathy allows her to see goodness beneath the Beast's frightening exterior and drives the narrative toward redemption.

The Beast's fearsome appearance masks a capable, gentle nature and a hidden prince under a curse. His relationship with Belle transforms him from isolation to tenderness, culminating in a revelation of his true form as Prince Ardent. The character embodies both danger and vulnerability, evolving through love and trust.

Félicie is Belle's sister who, along with Adelaide, asks for gifts and jealousy toward Belle's life at the castle. Her presence highlights familial dynamics and the magnetic pull of wealth and status. She and Adelaide become entangled in schemes that threaten Belle and the Beast.

Adélaïde is Belle's other sister, equally preoccupied with appearances and gifts. She participates in the schemes against Belle, illustrating how vanity and envy can distort family bonds. Her actions set in motion the conflict that Belle must navigate to protect her loved ones.

Ludovic is Belle's roguish brother who signs a debt contract, hoping for wealth. His greed drives him to ally with others against the Beast, showcasing how reckless ambition can threaten the entire family. His schemes contribute to the castle's danger and Belle's ultimate choice.

Avenant is the brother's friend who pressures Belle toward marriage and becomes involved in schemes with Ludovic. His manipulative nature adds tension and deception to the narrative, testing Belle's resolve and loyalty to her family.

Belle's father is a once-prosperous merchant who loses his fortune and wanders the forest in search of help. His misfortune catalyzes Belle's decision to take his place, underscoring themes of sacrifice and familial duty. His health becomes a critical concern that motivates Belle's courage.

The Insurer represents the debt and financial pressure that drives the plot forward. His role underscores the danger of debt and the lure of wealth that fuels the antagonists' schemes. He sets the stakes for Belle's choices regarding her family and future.