Ruth

Ruth is the mother of James and his twin brother.

Early Life
Ruth fell deeply in love with a farmer and had twins with him. However, this short-lived amount of joy would be crushed by the family's wellfare. Ruth and her family were starving when Rumpelstiltskin came along. He offered them money for one of their children. Ruth and her husband agreed to his terms, something her husband would regret until the day he died.

James Discovers the Truth
After his then unknown twin brother died in battle, James was tending to the sheep on their farm. Ruth came home and discused her son's marriage. He told her that he didn't want to marry anyone unless it was his choice. Ruth tells him that he can't have everything. Just then, Rumpelstiltskin pops up and says that he can. Ruth takes her son and tells him of his twin brother, who was once a prince before being slain in battle.

Saying Goodbye to James
After defeating the dragon, James returned home, only to say goodbye to his mother. Ruth runs up to him and tells him that he looks just like a prince. She tells him that the king is already taking care of them and that they will live a good life. James tells her that he can't stay and that he must get married to Abigail. Ruth begins to cry and tells him that they cannot force him to do anything. He tells her that they can, and that she can never see him again. James then leaves his tearful mother and the farm behind forever.