Ace had been harbouring feelings for Yuu for quite some time. Why? Although he wasn't exactly shy about flirting, he wasn't afraid of rejection. His concern was with Malleus Draconia. Ace knew that the prince had also become interested in Yuu, and Malleus wasn't someone to cross. To avoid provoking one of the most powerful mages in Twisted Wonderland, Ace made sure to keep a platonic relationship with Yuu, which proved more difficult than he had expected.

One night, Ace decided he couldn't keep his feelings hidden any longer. He headed to Ramshackle, hoping to confess to Yuu without Malleus overhearing.

"Hey, Yuu," Ace greeted the prefect as soon as they opened the dorm door. "I've gotta tell you somethin'..." But no sooner did the words leave Ace's mouth than he caught sight of Malleus' distant glare.