Isabelle French was the wealthiest woman in town. Mr. Gold, the town cripple, worked as her caretaker. Isabelle was a cold, ruthless woman and everyone hated her and feared her. When Emma came to Storybrooke, Gold remembered. Could he make Belle love him again? AU Season 1 with nods to Disney movie version. Mostly angst but some Rumbelle hurt/comfort, mild smut, romance, and fluff.
Once Upon a Time - Rated: T - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 24 - Words: 73,926 - Reviews: 102 - Favs: 81 - Follows: 119 - Updated: 1/17/2017 - Published: 5/22/2013 - [Belle/Lacey, Rumpelstiltskin/Mr. Gold]