On Princes that won't stay put

[cursedtosleep]

Happily ever after does not apply when princes refuse to stay in their bed to get proper rest after a serious battle.

Now that I think about it, I should have made him rest for a week after fighting Maleficent rather than a ball.

Comments

[seethelanterns]

Have you tried restraining him or hitting him with a frying pan?

[Because, hey it worked for her with Eugene, right?]

[knightoftheswan]

[Give the Knight a second. Aurora's hair reminds him of his Elsa.]

Princes have this tendency to do what they will regardless of personal consequences. Or at least, that's what I've learned of the prince I serve.

[guidethesun]

Hey! Hey! That only works when you sneak behind me!

[cursedtosleep]

[Funny enough, she actually DID think about the frying pan to keep him in place. She sighs.]

No... though the thought crossed my mind.

[cursedtosleep]

My prince seems to think he's immortal... or at least indestructible. Which while charming is not always calming.

[knightoftheswan]

I can sympathize with that.

My liege believes it his job to protect as many as possible, which sometimes causes him to act senseless. He's the sort to dive off a tower to save a falling canary. It's usually my job to keep him from doing such things or to make sure he doesn't injure himself too badly as a result.

[cursedtosleep]

You sound quite devoted. Your prince is very fortunate.

[knightoftheswan]

I'm indeed happy to serve him, highness. Even if it means occasionally following him in senselessness.

Your prince, too, sounds like a man of action and not just words.

[cursedtosleep]

Philip is very much about actions but his words are just as sweet and strong.

[knightoftheswan]

That's part of the "charming" deal.

[Which is not for Lohengrin. No way.

Except maybe he's paying attention to how Aurora swoons to see if Elsa would do anything like that in his presence.]

I do hope he listens to you, as your advice is sound.

[seethelanterns]

I wasn't behind you when you were tied to the chair. [Though for all intents and purposes, being tied down, Eugene couldn't move to defend himself regardless if that had been from the front or back.] Besides, I am sure Aurora could manage if she tried.

[seethelanterns]

I'd think that would stop him running off and hurt enough to keep him in bed. It's worth considering if it happens again?

[philip_charming]

But because you didn't, you know I can handle it. Right?

[He's entirely too cheerful for someone in his situation, sure. But it's dear_mun! He can get AWAY with stuff here!]

[cursedtosleep]

Handle doesn't mean you should, Philip.

[cursedtosleep]

I'm not sure I could bring myself to do it. Not that I don't think he doesn't somewhat deserve it [Cause he sort of does.] but I just wouldn't want to risk hurting him more.

[cursedtosleep]

Philip is the sort that, when his mind is set to it, he will see it through no matter what.

[seethelanterns]

Oh. I suppose. He might get upset if you break his...what did Eugene call it? Smoulder?

[knightoftheswan]

Admirable. But if he doesn't heed your advice, he may give out all the same. Don't let his determination excuse your reason, Highness.

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[philip_charming]

What doesn't kill me, only makes me stronger!

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[philip_charming]

And...

You deserve a prince, a man strong enough to take care of you, my Aurora. You deserve the best I could ever be.

[And more, he doesn't say. He just pulls her into his arms, enfolding her tight.]

[cursedtosleep]

You're very kind and wise. I am Princess Aurora.

[cursedtosleep]

Oh, that's not breakable. [Aurora chuckles.] Philip is just naturally charming. [She shakes her head.] But I think it would be more impossible for me.

Thank you in any case, Rapunzel.

[cursedtosleep]

What I deserve and what I desire are not the same. I want you and only you. [Don't think the hold has removed her ire.] You are exactly what I want, as you are.

Making me worry about you doesn't make me happy.

[knightoftheswan]

I do my best, Highness.

[If permitted, he takes her hand and bows over it.]

A pleasure. I am Lohengrin, the Knight of the Swan.

[cursedtosleep]

[She does not stop him, merely smiles.] Well met, Sir Lohengrin.