Leaving Helene at the carnival to return back to his work weighed on Claudius throughout the day, because he knew it meant a lot more than just having to put an end to their time together. Helene must’ve felt like yet another person was choosing her brother over her, and Claudius didn’t want all his attempts at rebuilding a friendship with her to go to waste because of it. He had promise her to make it up to her, and that’s exactly what Claud was going to do. The following day was his day off, and despite the circles around his eyes from exhaustion--he had no sleep the night before--Claudius was determined to take Helene out so they could do something together. Something that she’d actually like, without following any orders from her father.
He thought about asking one of her ladies to tell Helene that he’d be waiting for her at the same spot where he had won the diamond necklace the day before, but decided against it. It was better to show up in front of her apartments and ask her himself, that way she’d have a harder time declining. Not that one could force Helene Calore to do anything. Dressed in a black shirt with gilded buttons and dark pants, Claudius was standing before the princess’ apartments, preparing to knock. He was almost positive she’d say no and slam the door into his face, but he had to try and make it up to her. Finally, he knocked, and when the doors opened a few moments later, Claud’s lips turned upwards into a hopeful smile.
“I hope this is not a bad time.” he said. “Because I’ve come to take you outside.”
& ; @helenecalore
