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[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

[ is currently residing in his room, busily stitching up what seems to be one of robert's torn cloaks. the maids had pleaded earlier to allow them to do it for him, yet he was persistent to do it himself. after all, it was the least he could do for him, considering the events that had come to pass between them as of late.

the thought prompts him to stop and press the material against his lips, a silent symbol of his affection. he doesn't linger, however, quickly going back to work while humming some unknown tune to balance out the silence of the early afternoon. ]

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[savolonte.livejournal.com]

[ gives robert a parting bow before following after annabelle.

walks a little bit closer than usual manners would allow, but otherwise doesn't break the silence, waiting & watching for annabelle's reaction. ]

[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

[ strolls at his usual pace, seemingly content with that and nothing more, though his eyes are trained straight ahead. can only think about how robert is usually here with him at these times, thus leaving him feeling more uneasy than usual, specifically in this particular situation.

almost seems like he won't be saying anything at all, up until he finally asks: ]

How long have you known Robert?

[savolonte.livejournal.com]

[ raises an eyebrow as a smile slowly spreads across her lips. ]

Most of my life, princess. Who could live in this kingdom without knowing your brother and yourself?

[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

[ feels embarrassed briefly, only allowing it to flicker across his face for a split second. ]

Ah, my apologies. I did not make myself more clear. I meant to inquire about how long you have been in his company without borders.

[savolonte.livejournal.com]

Mm. . . that's a little more difficult to judge. Several years now, perhaps?

[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

I see. And how did you come to be close to him, Alicia?

[savolonte.livejournal.com]

[ laughs a little, the sound light. ]

Is this reflective of your interest in my affairs, or those that of your brother's?

[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

[ slowly comes to a halt from their stroll, eyes shifting to look towards the ground. speakings quietly, but loud enough for alicia to hear. ]

... both, I suppose.

[savolonte.livejournal.com]

[ stops as well, turning to annabelle with a curious look. ]

Oh? Does he not share his world with you?

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[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

[ smiles slightly, though there is a somber undertone to it. ]

Only when it is a matter of great importance, perhaps.

[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

[ and then he turns fully to alicia. ]

Please, do tell me. I am very curious, even if I can clearly see why he would be drawn to you.

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[savolonte.livejournal.com]

How can I refuse my princess' request?

[savolonte.livejournal.com]

[ crosses her arms over her chest, looking amused. ]

Hm. . . if I remember correctly, I believe I may have first charmed him with my, ah, 'skills with the blade'.

[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

[ chuckles lightly at that. ]

I would be delighted to see these famous skills of yours. Perhaps you can spar with him someday while in my company.

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[savolonte.livejournal.com]

Oh, it'd be my pleasure.

[savolonte.livejournal.com]

After all, it may help me charm the other half of our kingdom's golden twins. I do look forward to completing the set.

[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

[ seems to be confused for a moment there, head tilted to the side and everything. it is only when he realized what she means that he laughs lightly, nervously. ]

O-oh... I see.

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[savolonte.livejournal.com]

. . .

[savolonte.livejournal.com]

[ steps up so that she can lean her face in close, their noses mere centimetres apart as she momentarily forces them to share breathing space. ]

You look a little tense, princess.

[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

[ gives a surprised look, blinking in further confusion. looks away towards the ground, fiddling with his fingers. ]

I... I apologize. I am unused to speaking to new acquaintances outside of my mother and brother's company.

[savolonte.livejournal.com]

[ tilts his chin up with a finger so that their gazes are aligned again. ]

I wonder why? You are quite the sensation in court gossips.

[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

[ looks surprised, a curious tone in his words. ]

Am I?

[savolonte.livejournal.com]

[ chuckles softly. ]

Is that so unexpected?

[filleapapa.livejournal.com]

Well, yes... I am unsure what I have done to attract this attention, other than being royalty.

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[savolonte.livejournal.com]

. . .

[ finally leans away & places a hand on her hip. ]