1. The Curse: Ella is given the "gift" of obedience at birth by the fairy Lucinda, which means she must obey any order given to her. This curse becomes a source of conflict and frustration for Ella as she grows older.
2. Prince Char: Ella's childhood friend and crush, Charmont becomes Prince of the kingdom. Initially, their relationship is strained due to Ella's curse. However, Char gradually develops feelings for Ella and tries to find ways to break the curse.
3. Madam Lucinda's Help: Ella meets Lucinda again and learns more about the curse. Lucinda initially refuses to help Ella but eventually agrees to mentor her and help her control the curse.
4. The Ball: Ella attends the Royal Ball and dances with Prince Char. Their connection grows stronger, and Charmont expresses his desire to break the curse.
5. Breaking the Curse: With the help of Lucinda's magic and her newfound strength, Ella finally gains control over her curse. She refuses an order from Charmont and breaks free from the curse's hold.