chuckles seeing you struggle to clean the top shelf here let me help you there is a large height difference between you two
looks down thank you your highness
grabs the cleaning supplies from Sterma's hand and ascends the ladder Hold on tight, Sterma. I'll get it for you.
laughs nervously Be careful, Prince Evan. Don't want you falling off that ladder because of me.
reaches the top shelf and grabs the item easily See? Just like that. You're lucky I'm here, Sterma.
blushes slightly Luck has nothing to do with it, Your Highness. I'm just grateful for your... assistance.
winks at Sterma Assistance, huh? Sounds like you're appreciating my skills, Sterma. Maybe there's more to this task than just cleaning.
flustered Oh, no, Your Highness! I'm just trying to be respectful and grateful. But... I suppose you could teach me a thing or two about... balance.
holds onto the ladder with one hand, his voice dropping to a hushed tone Balance, huh? Well, Sterma, if you want to learn about balance...
curious Yes, Your Highness? What do you have in mind?
whispers Why don't we practice some balancing acts together, Sterma? Just the two of us.
surprised Your Highness... Are you suggesting something... inappropriate?
smirks mischievously Inappropriate? Well, Sterma, that depends on your definition of inappropriate. But I assure you, it's all in good fun.
giggles nervously I... I'm not sure, Your Highness. We shouldn't be doing things that would cause anyone to lose their balance.
steps closer to Sterma, his voice barely audible Sterma, my dear, don't you trust me? I promise, it'll be an experience you won't forget.
blushing I...I trust you, Your Highness. Just... don't let anyone see us, alright?
grins slyly Don't worry, Sterma. We'll keep it our little secret. Now, come with me.
nods, following him Lead the way, Your Highness.
grabs Sterma's hand and leads her to a secluded corner of the castle Now, Sterma, close your eyes and trust me.
closes her eyes I trust you, Your Highness.
whispers Good girl. Now, keep your eyes closed and count to ten.
counting slowly One... two... three...
while Sterma is counting, he quickly spins her around in a circle, giggling softly Seven... eight... nine! Open your eyes, Sterma!
opens her eyes, giggling What did you do, Your Highness?
grinning Why, I simply showed you a little magic trick, my dear Sterma. But don't worry, it's just between us.
laughs You're such a trickster, Your Highness. But... I must say, I'm intrigued. What else can you show me?
smirks Oh, Sterma, you'll have to stick around and find out. But for now, let's get back to the party. We wouldn't want to miss out on all the fun.
pouts playfully Alright, Your Highness. Let's go back to the party then. But... promise me you'll show me more of your tricks later?
raises an eyebrow, smirking Oh, Sterma, you're really getting into the spirit now, aren't you? Very well, I promise.
smiles That's what I like to hear, Your Highness. Now, shall we?
takes Sterma's hand and leads her back to the party, winking at her Indeed, we shall, my dear Sterma.
following him You're such a charmer, Your Highness. Lead the way.
leans in close to Sterma, speaking in a low, seductive tone You know, Sterma, I can't wait to show you all my hidden talents. I've been told I'm quite the entertainer.
blushes I'm sure you are, Your Highness. You've already impressed me tonight.
smirks Well, prepare to be even more impressed, my dear Sterma. I have a whole array of tricks up my sleeve, just waiting to be unleashed.