👑The Royal Affairs ⚔️| jeongcheol ff|svt ff

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Little Chan, a four-year-old bundle of energy with a perpetual smile. Chan, with his round cheeks and innocent eyes, had formed an inseparable bond with Jeonghan and Seungkwan, turning every interaction into a delightful spectacle.

One sunny afternoon, Jeonghan and Seungkwan found themselves on the village outskirts, where Chan's grandmother resided. The little one, spotting Jeonghan from a distance, rushed toward him with unbridled joy.

"Seungmin! Seungmin!" Chan called out, his laughter echoing through the village.

Jeonghan crouched down to Chan's level, greeting him warmly. "Hey there, little buddy. How's your day?"

Chan beamed, pointing towards Seungkwan. "And Seungkwan! Seungkwan!"

Seungkwan grinned, tousling Chan's hair. "You remembered me too, huh? I'm honored."

As they strolled through the village, Chan alternated between holding onto Jeonghan's hand and Seungkwan's, the trio creating a picture of unexpected harmony.

Meanwhile, Prince Seungcheol observed the scene from a distance, a twinge of jealousy flickering in his eyes. Seeing Jeonghan, Seungkwan, and Chan together, he couldn't help but feel a pang of exclusion.

Approaching the trio with an air of regality, Seungcheol cleared his throat. "Ahem, Seungmin, Seungkwan. Who might this little one be?"

Jeonghan introduced Chan with a playful smile. "This is Chan, our little friend. He's practically adopted us, haven't you, Chan?"

Chan nodded enthusiastically, hugging Jeonghan's leg. "Seungmin, my friend!"

Seungcheol's attempt at seriousness melted into amusement as he witnessed the bond between Jeonghan, Seungkwan, and Chan. "Well, it seems I'm in the presence of quite the trio. Mind if I join?"

Seungkwan, always ready with a quip, responded, "Oh, your highness, Chan here is the true royal in this gathering. He's adopted Seungmin as his guardian, much to the chagrin of the palace."

Jeonghan chuckled. "It's true. Chan has declared me the village protector."

Chan, oblivious to the banter, tugged at Seungcheol's robe. "You too, prince! Play with us!"

Seungcheol, caught off guard, exchanged a surprised glance with Jeonghan and Seungkwan. The trio burst into laughter at the unexpected turn of events.

Throughout the day, Seungcheol found himself reluctantly participating in the whimsical adventures of Jeonghan, Seungkwan, and their adopted sidekick, Chan. The prince discovered the joy of playing hide-and-seek, sharing laughter, and even attempting to mimic Chan's endearing giggles.

As the sun set, the village echoed with the harmonious laughter of the quartet, united by the unexpected bond formed with the charismatic little Chan. The jealousy that had lingered in Seungcheol's heart had transformed into a shared warmth, and the village tales of Jeonghan, Seungkwan, and their adopted prince became a legend whispered through the years on the enchanting shores of Jeju Island.