Runaway Prince

Simba is a First Blood RP character.

[mykingdomxcome]

Guidance. || Mirror: Scar

[kingscxr-blog]

     “You have a choice, Simba,” he was seen to offer ever so genuinely. If the boy merely chose to abdicate and stayed out of Scar’s way, he might just survive, the King thought. “Yes well our darling Nala always has been too stubborn for her own good, rest assured I’ll do what needs to be done. The casualties end with your father. She won’t like what I may have to do to keep her here, but it’ll save her life. She can hate me all she wants if that is the price I must pay to keep her safe,” he sighed, as if it pained him. “Make sure to stay that way, mm? Nothing reckless.”

[mykingdomxcome]

     "I don't see how, it's not like I can stop being my father's son..." Simba muttered, a fresh wash of guilt rolling through him, memories that he'd rather stay tucked far and in the back of his mind threatening to come to the fore. The assurances helped, because there was an almost two ton weight worth over the panic Nala must have felt when he couldn't be found, smiling at his uncle to show his appreciation for taking care of the things Simba could now. "Well, I can't promise I won't be reckless, I mean where's the fun in that? But I'll make sure to keep myself in one piece until everything's all settled."

[somedayiwillbewanderingfree-blog]

He’s never found anyone who plays better. He wrote me a symphony for my 15th birthday.

[mykingdomxcome]

I got a lecture for my fifteenth birthday, about not running off without telling people. Also my favorite dessert, but mostly I remember the lecture.

[thelostxprincess-blog]

"Live." She repeated soberly, unable to contain her slight incredulity. "Living outdoors.. eating off the land.." She smiled a little. "I really can’t imagine, honestly. Do you help with the heists?  Not that I approve.. of course.”

[mykingdomxcome]

"Well eating off the land can get old pretty quick when there's nothing to find, but there's always a way around that you know?" He didn't bother hiding his smile, rolling his shoulders in a shrug. "Of course I do, everyone's got to do their part, you know?"

[kingxthief]

Yeah I think that part was obvious. your dedication to staying in lower regions is impressive. Or colder than a sauna. If I held my breath waiting for you to go somewhere cold I’d probably suffocate. You’re better than Will though, that guy shivers in the summer I swear. I’ll give you that you do learn fast. There's always something… maybe we’ll have to go out hunting for it soon.

[mykingdomxcome]

You say that like you're surprised, have you seen him? A stiff wind could bowl him right over, he can't help it, besides I think he was from farther south than I was. Sounds like a plan, I swear I've been getting itchy with nothing to do.

[somedayiwillbewanderingfree-blog]

If you think I’m good, you should hear my tutor play. He’s the best in Windmarsh, all the Kingdoms I’d wager in fact. 

[mykingdomxcome]

Now that is a high pedestal, but you seem honest. Maybe one day I'll get to hear him too.

[somedayiwillbewanderingfree-blog]

I think I prefer to play for myself.

[mykingdomxcome]

Ah well that's a good enough reason to keep it to yourself then.

[thelostxprincess-blog]

Rapunzel nodded in deference. “As you say.” She couldn’t prove she had it worse, even if she suspected she did, but it wasn’t worth arguing over. “I suppose so. What is it you do down there, anyways? That’s so fun?” Living in the woods didn’t seem appealing, even if Robin was enthusiastic about it.

[mykingdomxcome]

"Live." It was that simple really, he didn't have people watching his every move and passing judgement on it, didn't have to worry about upholding a good reputation, didn't have to worry that he was going to upset some important dignitary because he said the wrong thing. He got to live and let live and it was a blessing. "Also nights around the camp fire are fun, and the quiet."

[mykingdomxcome]

Guidance. || Mirror: Scar

[kingscxr-blog]

     ”People can be remarkably cruel, nephew. It is the way of the world. To have power over another can be a very desirable thing——or so I’ve been told," he played off, the role of the jaded man picking up pieces of a kingdom he could not stand to let fall into ruin. "You needn’t have asked, of course I’ll take care of her. You have my word." He could hardly refrain from laughing. Oh I’ll take good care of her.   Your mother too. “It’s far too dangerous a world for Nala to be off out there with guards by her side, let alone by herself as she’s tried to accomplish on one or two occasions already. Don’t you worry. She isn’t going anywhere,” he reassured. ”Simba. Where are you?” 

[mykingdomxcome]

    "I don't think I'll ever want power over someone else, not that I really have much of a choice, but still." Just the thought of it made his stomach twist unpleasantly, he'd never amount to half the king his father had been, and he needed to be even more than. If anything the uprising had driven home just how precarious the balance was, between being a good king, and one that failed. Shoving the melancholy thoughts away, Simba smiled at his uncle's promise, as long as Nala was alright he could handle everything else. "You know how stubborn she can be, so I've been worried she was going to try, y'know? Not really surprised there have been two attempts, more surprised that there haven't been more." Breaking eye contact, Simba rubbed the back of his neck, looking around him at the woods before shaking his head. "No where near home, I can tell you that much. Don't worry about me, uncle, I'm good and safe."

[somedayiwillbewanderingfree-blog]

Sadly, music is not in the cards as a career for me. I’m sort of stuck in the public service industry.

[mykingdomxcome]

I don't see why you can't do both. There's nothing wrong with showing that you're good for more than just one thing, y'know? 

[assetsfeminine-blog]

"You’re right, I have no idea. If you’d just tell me instead of being so stubborn, I could help you!" Jaw clenched, her arms folded across her chest as her eyes narrowed, glare intensifying. "Fine. I promise. Now tell me.”

[mykingdomxcome]

"I can't just tell you, especially over mirror when anyone could hear, I ran for a reason." She was furious, and he had to struggle not to smile. Her temper didn't scare him, he could handle that, it was her disgust that terrified him, how she was going to react when she found out he was the reason their father was dead. "Sherwood Forest, with... friends. We can meet in the middle to talk, just give me some time to come up with a good reason to leave camp. A couple of days, okay?"

[somedayiwillbewanderingfree-blog]

Well, I hardly play to big crowds.

[mykingdomxcome]

You really should Ari, you've got quite a bit of talent.

[mykingdomxcome]

Guidance. || Mirror: Scar

[kingscxr-blog]

     ”Dead, dear boy.” Eyes bore deeply into Simba’s. Oh how much he had to work to veil the hatred. It buzzed through every vein, every artery, skating beneath the surface. It was no different to the hairball’s father. Fortunately this was something Scar excelled at, and had much experience with. He had lived most of his life behind a mask. His tone was thoughtful and concerned, no hint of malice. “I quelled it, yes but the state has yet to stabilize. There are many of Mufasa’s loyalists who are still reeling from the event and whom loathe the new world order with a passion. You’ve done enough, Simba. Your job is now to stay away. Think of what it’ll do to your poor mother, of what it’ll do to me if I have to tell her you’ve perished. When it is safe for your return I shall call on you.” And lead you right into my claws… 

[mykingdomxcome]

    "Oh." Well that should have been glaringly obvious, his lips rolling together as he wet them, head bobbing slowly up and down in a nod. That was definitely something he should have considered when he ran, but Scar would take care of it, he was smart, cunning, he'd get it all figured out and then Simba could go home. Which the longer he was away from it, the more he didn't want to. He would have to be king, not just a hot tempered prince who hated studying, but a king who would have to make laws, and rule, and punish, and reward. Gods... No, he wasn't ready for any of that, at all. "Why would they, the slaves are human just like us, they have every right to be treated like human beings and not... cattle. But you'll convince them, I know you will. ... Can you do me a favor uncle? Can you, I mean, if you don't mind, keep an eye on Nala for me? I don't want her getting hurt trying to find me."

[assetsfeminine-blog]

"Not a chance. I’m going to find you and then I’m going to slap you in that thick head of yours for being so stupid," she huffed, glaring at him through the mirror. If he refused to help her, then she’d have to find someone who would.

[mykingdomxcome]

"I'm not being stupid, you are! You have no idea what I've done!" Mouth snapping shut, he scrubbed his hands over his face. He was being stupid, probably, okay probably definitely. "Okay, okay, if I tell you where I am, you can't tell anyone else. I'm serious, Nala. Promise me."

[thelostxprincess-blog]

"Well, fires can also pop up out of nowhere, apparently tied to my mood." She was displeased by all of this. "And… there’s another part, but it would sound too crazy, so.." She trailed off with a slight blush. "So, how long have you been with the camp?"

[mykingdomxcome]

"... Okay, fire's bad. Very bad. I'm going to be selfish and claim that I have it worse, but that's definitely a good reason to be upset." Lightly tapping his fingers on his thigh as he counted, the months, and then hesitated on whether he should lie outright. "A few months or so I lost track. Hard to keep a finger on the pulse when you're having fun y'know?"

[kingxthief]

It’s ok man, maybe I’ll pick you up a coat. You’re such a southerner when it comes to cold it stays hot here. I cant imagine you’ll stay bored very long there’s plenty of things to do. God knows everything happening around here is making for tough times, easy enough to see the people who need to be a little lighter right? 

[mykingdomxcome]

Born and raised Southerner thank you and yes, a coat would be great in case I ever do try going up north. Not that I'd hold my breath in the waiting for it... Hey, I'm a quick study, I know what to look for and soon I'll be whining that there's too much work to be done.

[somedayiwillbewanderingfree-blog]

And there’s not a thing wrong with that. You know, you’re the second person ever to call me Ari?

[mykingdomxcome]

Only the second? With how well you played I'd think everyone would use it.

[mykingdomxcome]

Guidance. || Mirror: Scar

[kingscxr-blog]

     What was the worst that could have happened? The list in Scar’s mind was insurmountable. A shame it was indeed Simba had not befallen any one of them. “It’s an uncle’s job to worry, my dear boy. You’re a walking target for your father’s loyalists. They want you gone more than I, Simba.” He became inwardly amused at the word play, all the while maintain the veneer of the concerned uncle. “Sarabi and Nala are safe here with me. Well protected and taken care of. Have you spoken with your mother since you departed?” He was curious to know if his manipulations where Sarabi was concerned had truly worked. If they’d spoken and said nothing of how Scar was taking her whenever he pleased then he’d be quite satisfied. And if not? He had more time to influence her into realising her silence was best for her darling boy who would only blame himself, or worse - get himself killed. 

[mykingdomxcome]

"Gone? Why would they want me gone? That's just ridiculous, how much farther gone could I be than absent?" The stab of guilt that ran through him at the inquiry showed on his face, he hadn't spoken to his mother since he left. He hadn't spoken to anyone really since he'd left, which he'd already known was going to be hard but he hadn't realized- Lightly scratching at his jaw, Simba dropped his gaze from the mirror briefly before meeting his uncle's gaze again. There was something there, something unsettling, and it wasn't all that hard for his guilt to see it as silent reprimand. "I'll mirror her later, y'know... Later. The rebellion has been handled hasn't it? I mean if you need my help I could come back?" And accept the punishment for killing his father, he couldn't run from that forever.