Rei's face immediately melted to relief, an immense sigh and a slump back following. If they could change the ending, then he wouldn't have to drown. He liked living, thank you very much.

"Sorceror Rothbart had no stated reason for cursing Odette and the others, but seemed fit to keep them subjugated. I'm sure some negotiation could be made so that everyone could be happy."

He brought a hand to his chin, eyebrows furrowed.

"I can't help but wonder how Odile, who agreed to help her father trick the Prince, felt about being used in that way. What if she had no choice?"