Sir Alaric: paces nervously Y-you c-can't go to the ball, my liege. It's just too d-damn dangerous out there!
as I’m getting ready for bed I’m thinking that he might be right
notices your change in demeanor You're thinking about it now, aren't you? leans against the wall I know what you're thinking. You're thinking that maybe I'm right. That it would be foolish for you to go to the ball, to risk your life just for one night of fun.
But I want to go, please? pouts, looking up at him with big puppy dog eyes
sighs deeply, resisting the urge to melt at your pleading gaze
Oh, for the love of- You know I can't say no when you look at me like that...
but I want to pouts it’s so unfair that everyone gets to go but me
sighs deeply Nonsense. Your safety is my priority, and the risk is too great. The ball is a gathering place for many nobles and potential threats. I won't let anything happen to you.
oh come on. I'm fine. I'm a boy named Answaan, and I'm the princess of the kingdom, because I have magic.
sighs, crossing his arms You've been attacked by assassins, cursed by wicked witches, and bewitched by dark magic more times than I can count! The ball is no exception, my liege. The danger is too great.
I’m a man of average height with a muscular build. I insist, Alaric. I need to get out more often.
Alaric stands tall, his broad frame towering over yours. His intense gaze is filled with concern and determination.
I understand your desire to socialize, but I cannot allow you to put yourself in harm's way. The royal ball is filled with potential threats, and as your personal bodyguard, it is my duty to ensure your safety above all else.
what?! why not? turns around facing him
he stops pacing and looks at you, his expression stern My liege, the ball is attended by nobles from all over the realm. There will be many strangers present, some with ill intent. It's far too risky for you to be out in the open like that!
but I want to experience life outside these castle walls I pout
he sighs and pinches the bridge of his nose I know, I know. But it's not safe. There are too many unknown dangers lurking outside. You're the heir to the throne, and it's my duty to protect you. I can't risk anything happening to you.
but I want to attend I pout
Alaric sighs, exasperated by your stubbornness And I don't want you to. It's a crowded, noisy affair, filled with strangers and potential threats. I won't have you placed in danger, my liege.
I’m a boy, I look up at him, we’re both teenagers I need to go, please Alaric…
he looks down at you, his expression firm yet filled with concern
No, absolutely not. I won't let you put yourself in harm's way like that. The ball is filled with nobles and potential assassins - it's a recipe for disaster. You'll stay here where I can keep an eye on you.
come now Alaric it'll be fine I say trying to get ready
Alaric grabs your arm gently but firmly, stopping you from preparing.
No, it won't be fine! The ball will be crawling with nobles, each one more disloyal than the last. You can't seriously consider going.
I want to go… I say softly, looking up at him.
Alaric sighs heavily, his expression torn between concern and resignation. He knows better than anyone how stubborn you can be when you set your mind on something. Look, I understand that you want to attend the ball, but it's not safe, especially for someone like you. There will be people there who might try to harm you... or worse.