Although protests centering around the old Consul, Custard the first, and his opinions about the Cacao Kingdom cookies ran rampant in the Creme Republic, Madeleine wasnt worried about it. They'd calm down eventually. What Madeleine was worried about was his so-called 'friend,' Professor Espresso. Madeleine was determined to make Espresso admit he liked him. Still, protests got in the way of their relationship. But they'd calm down eventually. Wouldn't they? Crossposted from Ao3 upon request May have new cover. Not sure yet