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                 It  is,  in  fact,  the  surest  sign  of  strength.

“No — no. Just keep your clothes on.” “You are so mean… and I’m okay with that.” “Is that all your mouth is good for?” “I am always looking for meaningful one night stands.” “Can I borrow a kiss? I promise I’ll give it back.” “I would rather have a cup of tea than sex.” “Ah, ah, not till I give you permission.” “Apart from being sexy, what do you do for a living?” “Where do you think you’re going?” “And how are you going to make it up to me?” “My sexual preference is often.” “What a nice little sound, I think I’ll bite there again.” “Don’t worry, it only seems kinky the first time.” “Does it taste alright?” “You wouldn’t dare!” “You’re so cute when you’re tired, you know.” “Anticipation makes the hard-on longer.” “You know what material this is? [Grab your shirt] Boyfriend/Girlfriend material.” “Nothing risque, nothing gained.” “I love when you’re rough.” “Is that a challenge?” “Is there a mirror in your pocket? Because I look great- wait, I said that wrong.” “I’m not cheap, but I am on special this week.” “Sex is not the answer. Sex is the question. Yes is the answer.” “I’m not gonna stop leaving marks till I’m sure everyone will know your mine.” “Make me.” “What’s in it for me?” “I’m not drunk, I’m just intoxicated by you.” “I’m going outside to make out… care to join me?” “What’s your favorite silverware? Because I like to spoon!” “Thank god I’m wearing gloves, because you’re too hot to handle.” “Don’t stare. I didn’t want to do this.” “I think I could fall madly in bed with you.” “I need one of those hugs that turns into sex.” “Want to come over and watch porn on my flat screen mirror?” “Stop undressing me with your eyes and start using your teeth.” “Can I put you on my to-do list?” “Kiss the hell out of me. Please.” “You can stay but your clothes must go.” “I don’t like being told what to do unless I’m naked.” “Your lips make me wonder what the rest of you would taste like…” “This is mine. Are we clear?”

      “Princess– I am sort of glad at this moment in time.” Gesturing to their hands, “We fit.” 

    “ Really, it’s. . . Amazing. . . ”

      “It is quite beautiful…” He retained from letting out a sigh, for if anyone heard him, they would surely report him. Even if he was a servant, he had human emotions– those that the royal family refused to let them reveal. “Princess, should we get going? Your parents need you at dinner fairly soon.”

    “ And. . . Of course. I can’t keep them waiting. ” Truthfully, the princess really wasn’t keen on meetings or dinners with her parents- It meant she couldn’t have Theodore immediately within arm’s reach, something that she adored. Beginning to wall back inside, she looked to him. “ If they allow it, will you stay in the room with me? I find everything easier with you there. ”

        “We can stay like this forever. If you truly desire, Princess. You and I upon this couch. Together.” Sounds like a fairytale he wished to be apart of.  But he did not want her to get hurt, or even himself to feel the pain of another abandonment. 

    “ That was-- Sudden. I apologize- but. . . It’s the truth. I would love nothing more than to be by your side, Theo. . . ”

        Her smile captivated him. With this, when hearing her say the world beautiful, he got distracted by her own beauty. And without even a single thought, “The sight sure is gorgeous…” Before she could catch wind of his eyes plastered on her visage, he avoided hastily by gesturing to all the various types of flowers and plants. “The smell is quite fresh. The gardeners have been tending to this surely well.”

    Turning back to glance at Theodore, she nodded, smiling softly at the other, beckoning him to approach, too. “ They most definitely did take good care of the plants. Nurturing them and caring for them so much- So they could become like this. . . It’s Beautiful. ” 

      “Outside is quite beautiful, Princess. Hopefully the garden will be to your liking. The flowers are blooming very nicely.” Nothing was as beautiful as she was. 

    “ I’m sure they are- it’s the right season for it, after all. ” Heading outside with him, the sun beating down upon them, she quickly took in the sight of what was presented immediately before them. Petals littered with morning dew certainly provided a beautiful sight upon exiting the building. “ See- You were correct. It’s definitely beautiful. ”

      His thumb brushed back and forth on her forearm, “We can stay like this forever… If you wish.”

    “ I want to stay like this- with you- forever. ” It was funny, actually- a part of her felt like crying from happiness, but she held back the tears- He couldn’t see that sight again. “ Thank you, so much-- For everything. I wouldn’t be here at all without you. ”

      “Your parents have requested you to be on your ‘best behavior,’ but they are fully aware you never act up. It’s always a precaution of the royal family, sadly.” His hand outstretched for hers, waiting to help her up and to make sure stairs were not too much for her. His job was to tend to her every need. And if he were to mess up, resulting in the Princess’ well-being, he would surely be punished. “Do you wish to go to the garden?”

    A laugh followed, and the girl pulled the other from the room quickly. “ It looks lovely outside- So that sounds nice. A walk in the garden for now sounds great. ”