Rapidly do the once unblemished cheeks stain themselves with a crimson hue, a frantic nature brought to light. He fidgets – drawing a blank, and once it all settles in, he’s quick to bow his head in respect, eyes squeezing shut as words fumble out of his mouth.
“ I had… no idea I was in the presence ofroyalty– !! I deeply apologize for my crude behavior, your highness!“
♔ Elise narrowed her eyes and glared at the young man. She did not break eye contact— not even to blink— as she pointed her stave towards him. Elise raised her eyebrows and gave the stranger an evil grin, which progressed into an evil yet overly dramatic laugh, which finally progressed into Elise’s real, hearty laugh.
❝ I’mkidding! I’m just kidding! I got you good though, didn’t I?? ❞
♔ Elise’s eyes widened at the compliment. It was strange, especially coming from one of her family’s major rivals. It was good, though— it made her heart skip a beat, her face flush with hot red hues— but it was strange. Elise couldn’t recall a time when she had been called beautiful by someone other than her family or close friends. Sweet, cute, precious, maybe… but never beautiful. It was a strange, yet lovely feeling.
