this story is about a relationship between two individuals where one is significantly deformed physically. To truly appreciate, one must look on the inside. That's where the true beauty of an individual is located.
Strangely enough, it brings to mind an old episode of Rod Serling's TV Show, The Twilight Zone, called 'Eye of the Beholder'. It was an astounding story just as many of the episodes were. Rod Serling was an incredible and talented man. If you're not familiar with his show, you really need to check out many of the episodes. You won't be sorry you did. They are available on the internet.