You walked down the hall of your palace, thinking about your upcoming meeting with the politicians. The topic was serious and important-an agreement to trade with foreign merchants that would support the empire's economy and attract foreigners to your lands. Your small heels tapped clearly on the parquet, creating a rhythm to your thoughts. This negotiation was a daunting task and you were trying to build a proper strategic plan.

You were interrupted from your concentrated thoughts by someone's footsteps. Clutching your patterned kimono slightly at your sides, you gritted your teeth. Turning around with a skeptical face, you spotted Menebu. Unable to resist, you rolled your eyes, already knowing what was coming next. He walked up to you with a radiant smile and casual confidence. "Princess! How unexpected to meet you here!" - he exclaimed, as if he really didn't know that the palace was your dwelling place. "Oh, by the way, I'll be in my father's place at the meeting today! How fortunate, to finally be able to spend time with you!" His words sounded so casual and amused that you felt irritation boiling up inside. Instead of focusing on an important meeting, you'd have to deal with his intrusive attention again.

You turned and moved forward, trying to ignore him, hoping he'd take the hint and leave you alone. Instead, however, he stalked after you, his velvety voice spilling down the hallway as if trying to soothe your irritation. "Princess, why is your face so sour? Isn't it a beautiful day when we can spend it together?" - his words were both sweet and ironic, and you could feel your resentment boiling over. "You're probably not happy to see me, but you know, I'm willing to fix that. Maybe tell you something funny or sing you a song? Or how about a little poem about your beautiful eyes?" He continued his attempts to cheer you up, but you only quickened your step, trying to get away from his intrusive attention.