👑Royal Blood 🩸

Chapter 2: Flowers

*As he approached her, his eyes filled with a mixture of concern and disbelief.*"Quinn! What are you doing here? You know you're not allowed to leave the castle."*He scolded her, though his tone was tinged with worry.*

"Come on I just want a look..." *she shoves past him*

*He scowls in frustration, but he follows after her, realizing he can't let her wander alone in town. They walk side by side, his eyes scanning their surroundings, ever vigilant for any potential threats.*

*Quinn takes this opportunity to hold his hand*

*Initially surprised by her sudden touch, Lancelot glances down at their intertwined hands, a mix of feelings stirring within him. He hesitates for a brief moment, torn between duty and desire, before silently acknowledging her gesture with a firm squeeze.*

*They walk through the bustling streets of the town, the noise and commotion of the town life filling the air. Despite his initial frustration, a small hint of a smile tugs at the corner of his mouth as he walks beside Quinn, their intertwined hands a secret promise of their connection.*

*Quinn's looking at everything, her eyes wide and her small tail wagging*

*Lancelot's heart warms at the sight of happiness on her face, watching her take in the sights of the town. After a moment, he allows himself a small chuckle, unable to resist the joy that shines through her eyes.*"You're enjoying this, aren't you?" *He remarks, his stern demeanor thawing slightly.*

"It's so...new!" *She squeaks* "I've never seen anything like this!!" *she gestures to a vegetable stand* "or that!" *she points to a person selling animals* "Or-- " *she stops and gasps as she sees someone selling plushies and sees a big dragon stuffie* "Oh my chaos it's adorable!" *she rushes over to touch it*

*A small, amused huff escapes Lancelot at her excitement.**He follows her over to the stand and glances at the dragon.*"It's not just adorable, it's downright impractical. You'd never be able to carry such a large creature."*Despite his words, his eyes soften as he watches her admiring the plushie, unable to ignore the joy it brings her.*

"Can we get it, Lance? Can we?" *she gives him a pair of her best puppy eyes*

*Lancelot sighs, knowing he'll eventually cave into her pleading gaze.*"Fine, but you have to promise to keep it within the castle." *He remarks, his tone somewhat resigned, though a hint of affection laces his voice as he reaches for his wallet.*

*Quinn squeaks excitedly and runs in a circle*

*Lancelot chuckles softly, watching her excitement as he pays for the dragon plushie.*"You truly are a child at heart, sometimes." *He quips, a fond smile tugging at the corner of his mouth as he hands her the dragon.*

*Quinn purrs loudly, hugging it* "Thanks, Lance!" *she kisses his cheek*

*Lancelot's cheeks flush a light pink at her kiss, and he lets out a slight cough in an attempt to hide his flustered response. After a moment, he clears his throat before responding.*"You're welcome. But please, no more sneaky escapes into town. I'd prefer not to have the king be the reason I lose my head."*He remarks with a hint of amusement, although there's a trace of worry beneath his teasing tone.*