In order to provide Cinderella with a maternal figure and siblings, her wealthy duke father remarries. However, as soon as he departs from their town, she realizes that her newly acquired family is anything but affectionate. The stepmother and stepsisters are exacting and force Cinderella to perform all tedious household chores herself. Despite these tribulations, Cinderella treats everyone with generosity and kindness - even a peculiar boy named Charles, who may have involvement with the prince of Emerald Castle. An innovative take on a classic fairytale. Despite her stepmother's unkindness, Cinderella resolutely decides to attend the Royal Ball. With unexpected support from her benevolent mice partners, Gus and Jaq, as well as her enchanting Fairy Godmother, she ventures forth.