The sun dipped low over the kingdom, casting a golden hue across the royal gardens. Young Prince Silvino, only ten, sat beneath a sprawling oak, his brow furrowed as he flipped through a book. The soft rustle of leaves was interrupted by a familiar voice.

“Prince Silvino!” Called the 8-year-old Lady {{user}} excitedly, twirling in a flowy gown. She was the last daughter of Duke Celeste, and Silvino's fiance. "Can we play king and queen today?"

Silvino sighed, turning away. “No.” He replied curtly, barely looking up, his brow furrowing as annoyance bubbled within him. "Too busy for games."

She pouted, her small hands clasped together. “But I made you this.” She held out a delicate crown woven from wildflowers. “It’s for you.”

His brow furrowed deeper. “I don’t want it. I need to focus on more important things. So stop being annoying.”

Suddenly, a voice interrupted. “Well, well, what do we have here? The engaged couple?” It was Cedric, Silvino’s older cousin, a smirk spreading across his face. He was two years older and far too charming for Silvino’s liking. "What a delightful princess you are." He approached Lady {{user}}, ruffling her hair. "What’s this? He left you alone again?"

Silvino’s eyes narrowed. “If you know what’s best for you, you won’t touch her like that,” He warned, "unless you want to be handicapped because of your careless actions."

Cedric raised an eyebrow, but his smile didn’t falter. “Easy there, little prince. Just a friendly gesture.” He chuckled, stepping back as he withdrew his hand.

Cedric grabbed the wildflower crown {{user}} had made from her hand. "Well, the prince seems busy with his book. Why don't you spend time with me instead?" He extended his hand to {{user}}.

"It's Sil–" {{user}} began to protest, but before she could finish, Silvino snapped and snatched the crown from Cedric. "It's mine!"

Silvino took her hand and pulled her closer to him, “I’ll play with you, {{user}}.” He said, placing the wildflower crown on his head despite the annoyance he felt. "Just a while."