Royal Love

Chapter 2

Phil was given a few days off to spend time with his family, it has been nearly a month since he start working for Dan and his family, the two got along really well and formed a good friendship. The hours passed by really slowly, Dan laid down on his bed and stared at his ceiling not knowing what to do to pass his time, he got ao used to having Phil around all the time. The king, his father hired Phil as a servant to do as Dan says but Dan ended up getting a best friend instead.

"Daniel honey what are you doing?" His mother asked entering his room.

"Phil's still on his break, he won't be back until tomorrow." Dan sighed sitting up.

"You sure have grown quite fond of the servant boy."

"Phil's my friend," Dan said, he felt his cheeks burn up, "I don't have many friends as you can see."

"Well he'll be back tomorrow then you won't have to complain about being alone." She smiled turning around.

When Phil came back to the castle the next day Dan had never been so excited. The minute he saw Phil he ran and threw his arms around him hugging him tightly. Phil was surprised at how happy he was to see him, this was a reaction he never really got from anyone except from his family. His cheeks went pink and his lips curled into a small smile and hugged Dan back. Dan made him feel at home, he never let anyone say anything to him and treated him as his equal rather than servant. The king still expected him to do work but Dan went easy on him, he barely ever made him do anything even when he did ask him to something it would just be to help him out.

"Hello your majesty." Phil smiled.

"Shut up." Dan rolled his eyes but laughed so Phil knew he was joking, "I missed you."

"I missed you too.." Phil answered quietly, "But I should really get to work now."

"You work for me now remember?" Dan reminded him.

"I know but your father will not to be happy if he sees me sitting around or talking." He sighed looking down. Dan understood why he was so scared, his father was not a kind person, he did not care for anything except power. He punished the workers even if they did not deserve it but it did not matter to him. Dan had tried many times to get him to change his ways but it was pointless.

"Phil your shoes are worn out, they don't look very comfortable.." Dan said observing his shoes.

"They are fine, don't worry Dan." Phil smiled but Dan was taking it. He took Phil's hand and let him to his room where he pulled out a comfortable pair of shoes which he did not wear that often.

"Here, I don't really wear them so you can have them they're more comfortable." He smiled.

"Thank you but I can't accept this.."

"I'm not taking no for an answer Philip, I won't let you leave until you take them." Phil knew arguing with Dan was pretty useless, he was one of the most stubborn people he had ever met, but he was also the kindest. He always made sure that Phil was happy and felt comfortable and safe around him. He accepted the shoes and thanked him before heading off to do his work.

Once again Dan was in his room wishing something interesting would happen or that Phil would finish up with his work so they could hang out. He decided to get up and maybe help Phil out with his chores that way he can finish up quicker and they will be able to hang out and have fun. He rolled out of bed and walked down the quiet hall.

"Your Majesty!" One of Dan's maids called after him, he turned around, she looked worried. "The King is not in a pleasant mood and he is taking it out on Philip assuming that he has stolen your shoes."

Dan didn't waste a second, he ran down to the great Hall. His father was standing a few feet away from Phil who was looking down and shaking, his cheek was slightly bruised, his father had hit him. Before his father could do anymore damage Dan stood in front of Phil moving him back.

"Do not defend this thief Daniel." He said sternly.

"He is not a thief." Dan shot back coldly, "I gave him those shoes."

"Why would you do such thing for a servant?"

"Because Father, not everyone is a heartless git like you." That struck his fathers nerve, Dan knew he should not have said that but he had hurt his friend. Luckily his mother had walked in that moment reminding him that they were invited to another kingdom. He walked away mumbling something about Dan being an ungrateful brat. Once his father had left Dan took Phil's hand and led him to his room.

"Im apologize for what my father did.." Dan said. He placed his hand on Phil's cheek looking at the bruises.

"It's just how things are, us peasants are always under watch that we do our work and don't steal anything." He sighed, "But do not blame yourself, and its just a bruise."

"It's not fair, you're still human." That made Phil smile. Dan was the first real friend he had, when he was visiting his family a couple days ago he actually missed being at the castle. He told his mother about how kind Dan is which she agreed, he was nothing but kind to Phil and his family. Phil's brother Arthur was quite fond of Dan as well, his entire family loved him. The two spent hours talking and catching up, Dan asked how his family was and Phil asked him how everything was here when he was gone.

"Phil? May I ask you something?" Dan asked feeling slightly nervous.

"Of course."

"Have you ever kissed anyone?" Phil's cheeks turned bright pink, he looked down and shook his head. "Neither have I, I don't even know if I like girls or boys. What about you?"

"I-I don't know.." Phil said shyly "I have never felt any attraction to females but I don't know.."

"What if we kissed?" Dan asked without thinking.

"We can't.." Phil whispered looking down, "You're a Prince, we can't.."

"It's just a kiss Phil, I don't care about my status." Dan assured him, "And we both can get our first kiss out of the way, what do you say?"

He felt as if his stomach was in knots, he swallowed hard but nodded biting his lip. Dan smiled and sat up straight on his bed taking Phil's hand and pulling him closer. He was just as nervous as Phil, no one except for his maids were in the castle tonight so it was the perfect time without disturbance. He placed his hand on Phil's cheek caressing his gently, Phil could feel his breath on his face as he moved closer, he closed up the distance between them pressing his lips onto his softly. Phil calmed down instantly feeling something he never felt before, butterflies but the good kind. The kiss was sweet and passionate and perfect for the fact that it was their first. Neither one of them wanted to stop, Dan put his arms around Phil's neck holding onto him as Phil held onto his waist. They pulled away for air and Dan pressed his forehead onto Phil's and held onto him. Wow was all that they could manage to say.