She won. The first to solve his Labyrinth in so many years, leaving him once more alone in his castle. There were the goblins, of course, but they were neither the most entertaining nor clever of beasts. That Sarah Williams, beautiful, fiery and stubborn girl solved the great puzzle and left, taking the boy with him. What was he supposed to do about it?

Go on with life, of course. He was King, after all. He continued as he should, but that girl continued to capture his thoughts. No matter the beauty of the woman who danced in his arms, nor the drinks he consumed, nor the magics woven about him could distract him from the girl. He was obsessed.

As life continued, he continued to respond to the wishes of those who ask for his help. Certainly, none of them were nearly as competitive or interesting as the girl was, but life was life, and it waited for no one.

He swore he would never get over the girl. The way she drove him to distraction like she did? There was no way anyone else could capture his attention.

Until... someone did.