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A long time ago, more than I can count, there lived a beautiful woman named Elzadora. She was born to a poor, peasant family who only meant well for their young daughter. So, at the age of 15, Elzadora’s father sent her off to live in the King’s court. There, he hoped, she would live a better life and maybe marry well. She was taught to be subservient to the knights, ladies, and royal family. Everyday, she would serve as an assistant to a courtly lady in her daily chores. She learned to sew, wash, cook, and act in the proper manner befitting a lady. Her life was exciting, and it was much better than the poor existence the farm would have given her, but she still missed her family. Elzadora’s favorite part of life in the court was the many balls that would be held. At the balls, she could dress up and act just like all the rich ladies. Even though many of these rich ladies looked upon Elzadora as petty trash and talked to her in a rude, acrimonious way, Elzadora never let this hurt her. She was not susceptible to the callous words of the affluent women. All the dames felt the odium that they had for Elzadora because they knew she was far fairer than any of them were. The ladies said she was dispassionate and lacking in any