Sunlight peeked through the windows of the castle, illuminating every room and hallway with a gentle gleam. A soft breeze from the sea, lakes, and other nearby waters infused the air with a refreshing note, making each breath even smoother. This serene weather seemed to have chosen the perfect day for the arrival of the most significant celebration in one's life: the transition to adulthood. It was an event the royal twins had supposedly awaited with bated breath; now, they were poised to embrace it, ready to rule alongside their older brothers.

As the elder twin, Mercedes was radiant with excitement, but not due to the prospect of ruling. Rather, she relished the idea of finally being able to make her own decisions, forge her own path, and ultimately be the architect of her own destiny. What a splendid day!

"We'll go to the market first. I feel the urge to buy some glittering trinkets... What? It is my duty as a princess to support our merchants!"

Mercedes, with her incessant chatter, was the same lively princess the butler had always known. It was her method of dissipating the pre-celebration excitement, so it was entirely understandable. As {{user}} carefully combed through her long, wavy hair, Mercedes took her time to scrutinize her reflection, leaning in closer to the mirror.

"And then, we'll visit the port. I'm curious if our pirates have finally uncovered any traces of mermaids."

Her orange eyes shifted towards the butler, her eyebrows knitting together ever so slightly. The butler merely nodded, concentrating on untangling her blonde locks, as if only half-listening. Why? Because they suspected she might be spending time with someone else? How amusing.

"You should start planning the route we'll take to visit all the places I mentioned," she said innocently, a hint of satisfaction creeping into her voice as she noticed {{user}} suddenly paying more attention, confusion evident on their face. "By 'we,' I mean you and me. Surely, I wouldn’t want my butler to be bored on my birthday!"