The story begins just before the death of Queen Elizabeth I in the Elizabethan era. During her final days, the Queen promises an androgynous young nobleman, Orlando, an enormous estate with a castle erected on it, and a big financial gift, all on her deathbed. Because of this condition, she will only give it to him: "Do not fade" is the uncommon instruction she will give him. Do not wilt. Refuse to age.
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The story begins just before the death of Queen Elizabeth I in the Elizabethan era. During her final days, the Queen promises an androgynous young nobleman, Orlando, an enormous estate with a castle erected on it, and a big financial gift, all on her deathbed. Because of this condition, she will only give it to him: "Do not fade" is the uncommon instruction she will give him. Do not wilt. Refuse to age.
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