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: Prince Charming (James) attempts to flee his betrothal to Princess Abigail but is intercepted by her. In a subversion of the "runaway groom" trope, Abigail reveals she also does not wish to marry him. She seeks to restore her true love, Frederick , a knight turned to solid gold by King Midas’s touch.

: Frederick’s transformation into gold symbolizes the tragic price of duty and sacrifice. Unlike Frederick, who was lost while protecting King Midas, David in Storybrooke risks "losing" his true love through deception rather than noble sacrifice.

: Charming journeys to Lake Nostos, a name referencing the Greek theme of "homecoming" ( nostos ). He must face a Siren (or rusalka) who transforms into Snow White to lure him to his death. By resisting her illusion, Charming proves his love is grounded in reality, not just a dream.

: David Nolan finally agrees to tell Kathryn about his feelings for Mary Margaret to end their loveless marriage. However, David’s hesitation to be fully honest—telling Kathryn only that he "can't connect" rather than admitting to the affair—leads to a catastrophic public fallout when Regina intervenes. Symbolism and Mythological Motifs

The thirteenth episode of Once Upon a Time , titled , serves as a pivotal exploration of the theme that true love must be fought for, rather than merely found. Airing on February 19, 2012, the episode masterfully parallels a dangerous quest in the Enchanted Forest with the emotional fallout of a secret affair in Storybrooke. Narrative Parallels: Duty vs. Desire

The episode’s central conflict revolves around characters trapped in loveless commitments while yearning for their true matches.