Not intended

4: a guy who likes bread

When news broke out that a ball was finally happening in the palace, the people were ecstatic.

Sure they've had their small parties at the street downtown and they knew the palace doors were always open for them when they needed help. Sakusa even designated a whole wing of rooms in case anyone ever needed a quick place to stay until they were able to get back on their feet. They even offered jobs.

But not once was there ever a party in the kingdom. Not since Sakusa has ruled. People wondered if he was shy. Nobody has ever seen his face, just portraits of him. Whenever a speech had to be made, his right hand man Komori would be there in his place.

So people were ecstatic, because it was the king's birthday and they were hoping to catch a glimpse. Maybe even say their thanks in person. Eventually some even decided to go to the kingdom directly and offer to help.

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"Is he that liked?" Kita says with wide eyes watching the people head into the kingdom.

Aran gives a nod with a small smile.

"But they don't even know what he looks like," Kita says with a bit of disbelief.

"They trust him" Aran says with a shrug, "They haven't been in a war since he started his reign and he lowered the taxes.

Kita gives him a nod for him to continue.

"In the file it says he also offers free food from his kitchen, or they can get a basket that covers them for a week."

"Um, he also offers free school."

Kita continues to stare.

"So he's just a good guy all around."

"Pretty much" Aran says with a frown.

"But?"

"He physically can't love," Aran says with a sigh.

"Hasn't had a relationship all his life, and the only people he's close to are Komori and his aunt."

"Are his parents-"

"Not dead." Aran interrupts. "He has a brother and sister too"

"So they-"

"Expanded the kingdom. They left him in charge here. He studied for this all his life."

Kita gives a slight nod and continues to look down once more.

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"Ah hello" Komori says with a slight smile at the group of people entering the hall.

The people give a slight bow.

"Oh right, this is Prince Suna, an...acquaintance to the King."

The people finally notice the person beside Komori and stare at him wide eyed, they bow, "My apologies your highness."

"No no it's fine" Suna says with a cracked voice.

Komori looks at him with a slight chuckle and then goes back to the people.

"Can I help you today?"

"Ah...well, sir, we were wondering if we could help you."

Komori looks at them confused.

"We got the notice about the ball...and we were wondering if you needed any help?"

Suna stares at them with wide eyes.