So what are youse twose connections 👀 Is this more of a knight and prince thing or a blood relation thing? Maria seems important in some way at least, to be tasked to supervise young royalty
“As Prince has said before, he is not of any royal blood, though... the Matan family is quite well-known and established in this Region. Comparable, but it is not the same."
Maria glances to the Sprigatito, who lets out a faint snore. By the looks of it, he's fallen asleep. The Umbreon gives him a gentle, caring nudge with her head. She is not quite as peppy as before, but she still has the same soft look in her eyes when glancing at Prince.
Maria: ".. I am one of Prince's... 'caretakers' hired by the Matan family. As such, we are not related by blood at all. Nevertheless, many of us 'caretakers' work for the Matan family, and we take an oath to ensure nothing but the very best for the children we watch. We make sure they grow to fit the family's standards. Though, under Prince's circumstance, the standards are much lower..."
“I see that my connection with Prince is a bit of a hot topic between others... But, yes. This goes beyond any oath or obligation made with his family. If it were not for us, Prince would have no one. I make sure he has someone that believes in him, no matter what."
Maria: "His parents are always busy and pass him off to us, anyway. As I see it, they care little for him. It is not my place to be so emotional about such a thing, but..."
The Umbreon trails off. She searches for the right words. It takes but a few moments before she finds them, ready to continue her journey into the night.
Maria: "I will do what is necessary to protect him. From anything. Regardless of whatever the family thinks, he deserves to be happy."
((Prince has fallen asleep and is currently unavailable for asks.))
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