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: In the modern world, Cinderella is Ashley Boyd , a 19-year-old single mother-to-be who feels trapped and powerless.

: Unlike the traditional fairy tale, Rumplestiltskin kills the Fairy Godmother to take her wand and intervenes in Cinderella's life himself.

: The names are subtle nods to their origins; "Ashley" refers to "Cinders/Ash". Once Upon A Time 1x04 "The Price Of Gold" Sneak Peek Once_upon_a_time_1x04

: Emma tells Ashley that people will always try to tell her who she is, but she has the power to change her own story.

: This episode highlights Mr. Gold's unique position in Storybrooke, as he appears to be more aware of the two worlds than any other resident. : In the modern world, Cinderella is Ashley

In the Once Upon a Time episode , the story reimagines the classic tale of Cinderella through a dark, high-stakes deal with Rumplestiltskin. The Enchanted Forest: A Twisted Contract

: Mr. Gold (the modern Rumplestiltskin) has brokered a deal to buy Ashley’s baby for Mayor Regina Mills. Desperate, Ashley steals the contract from Gold's shop and attempts to flee town. Once Upon A Time 1x04 "The Price Of

: Cinderella (Ella) signs a contract to attend the royal ball and escape her life of servitude. In exchange, Rumplestiltskin demands her firstborn child —a debt she unknowingly agrees to without reading the fine print.