The Next Prince, Chapter 27 pg2
The Next Prince, Chapter 27 pg2
“Please sit down first.” A soft commanding voice resounded, before the highest figure in the palace turned back to pay attention to the pile of documents in front of him, just as before.
“Okay.” The serene and picturesque atmosphere made Khanin feel relaxed, as he settled down to sit in front of the elderly man with more tranquility. He waited patiently until the other party finished signing the final document.
He looked at his close friend Wanrun, who bent down to pick up a blue silk handkerchief with a national emblem from the table, a gesture that seemed more graceful than his age would suggest. Their eyes met briefly, conveying another layer of understanding.
“Have you had breakfast?”
“Yes, I have.”
“Good... If that's the case, let's get straight to the point without hesitation.”
The sentence just uttered by your grandfather indicated to Khanin that the inquiry about breakfast was merely an introduction to the conversation.
Because after answering the question, the initially tense atmosphere suddenly transformed into a sense of pressure, not unlike the moment when one looks at the interrogator of a criminal offense.
One thing he learned upon entering the palace was that he had to remain true to himself, as long as he didn't sway with the surroundings. Khanin still had the privilege of explaining himself, even in front of the esteemed head of the Emmaly dynasty.
“Do you have something to say?” He raised his eyebrows upon hearing the question from the venerable figure. In his mind, the young man tried to recall the events of the previous night, analyzing and dissecting any mistakes, but found that he had not deviated from the scheduled agenda in the slightest.
He didn't display any signs of unease, but adjusted his demeanor to appear eager, ready to receive any communication from the senior.
This caused the older person to breathe out lightly, while Khanin smiled...
The surrounding atmosphere gradually relaxed, as evident to the eye.
“Do you know what you did last night?”
“What do you mean?” The young man furrowed his brow upon hearing the question from the grandparent. In his mind, he attempted to recall the events of the previous night, analyze and identify any mistakes, only to realize that he hadn't done anything contrary to the set schedule.
Therefore, the reaction displayed in front of the elder was merely a sigh from someone younger who could only breathe in one moment... and failed to properly analyze the situation.
“Virun.”
“Yes, Your Majesty.”
“Hand me our iPad, please.”
The sound of footsteps ceased as Sovereign-King, Virun, approached closely, handing the open news article from a website for the fair-skinned patriarch to read.
“...”
“...”
“Read it aloud for me, please.”
“Glancing at the young lord, Khanin, introducing himself as... the son of Atsawathewathin?!” Khanin unintentionally emphasized the last sentence, but due to surprise, his voice escaped loudly.
Wide-eyed, he shifted his gaze from the iPad to the imposing figure of the patriarch, hastening a reaction that prompted the ruler to take another breath and issue a command.
“Continue reading.”
“Um... Okay...” Khanin's lips slightly curved as they automatically moved closer to read the entire headline. Like, seriously focused.
“Gaze fixed… Young-Lord Khanin, revealed that the one at the center of the celebration last night was... Atsawathewathin future-in-law! The event was astonishing, it wasn't just anyone... Charan Phitakthewa, the young artist favored by the Sovereign-King... Read more in the link.” “You don't have to read the link, it's your choice.”
“Sorry about that.”
I wonder how your grandfather is feeling. Is he suppressing his frustration or laughing at how he can still be humorous even in such headline news? Or is he thinking of a way to enact punishment that might make the dynasty fall into the news?
But ultimately, Khanin feels a warm breeze gently brushing against his cheeks, indicating that making decisions to break down walls on the other side by playing small pranks can help the elderly to reduce stress.
Even if it's just a little...
“What do you think of this news?”
“I'm a bit surprised... and I wonder why I made it into the news when I've changed partners on the dance floor. Why does it have to be news about him?”
“Because of the gaze... and what else do you think?”
A short explanation doesn't help Khanin understand. The silent young man lowered his gaze and pondered on what he considered important... appropriately.
“And... why didn't they choose a more handsome photo than this one?” A soft voice murmured at the end, as the observing person glanced at the young man for a moment before their lips met.
With just a few words, Khanin could understand everything. His deep brown eyes sparkled with clarity. He had let his heart know that you urgently called for a complaint...
And when you're scolded by adults, you have to find a way to survive.
If you don't confess your love to the other party until they forget what to say next, you should quickly change the topic and shift their attention elsewhere, so you won't get scolded again.
This method always works with my father, and it seems to work with grandfather too.
“Khanin... What your grandfather wants you to know is that this news about you becoming such a sensation with Charan is a rumor. You should give importance to appearances more than this, as the Young Prince of
Atsawathewathin, or at least as the current heir apparent of Sovereign-King.”
“I'm sorry... but...”
“But?”
“I don't think we should pay attention to it at all. These kinds of news come and go quickly.”
“...”
“People will eventually stop caring. Even if it's constant gossip about someone in the royal family, if it's not true, what's the use of proving it ourselves? Also... I have something I want to talk to you about, grandfather. I think we have something more interesting to talk about than the whispers going on right now.”
“And do you think there's something that should matter more to me than the image of just my one grandson?” Dhipabawon smiled slightly when he heard his grandson trying to steer the conversation towards something else.
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