o lie, she'd likely cry tears of the purest joy about her AU stepmom liking her and wanting to spend time with her. SHE JUST WANTS HER ONLY PARENTAL FIGURE TO LIKE HER.

But, Alice and Aurora got to come instead so it shall only be what may have been. On the plus side, he's getting Aurora and she's literally gifted grace, song, and beauty.

Alice is less graceful or song inclined.