[NARRATOR]
Once upon a time, in the hidden heart of France, a handsome young prince lived in a beautiful castle.​

Although he had everything his heart desired, the prince was selfish and unkind.​

[COGSWORTH, spoken]
Master, it's time!

He taxed the village to fill his castle with most beautiful objects—

[LUMIERE, spoken]
Oui, maître

—and his parties with the most beautiful people.​