The faint sound of bells alerts Malleus to another's presence before anything breaches the prince's line of sight. However, even as he's made aware that he's no longer alone on his midnight stroll, Malleus' expression and body language does not change. His steady gaze remains ahead of him, no amount of curiosity tempting him to glance behind.
There is no need for curiosity. He knows who's chosen to accompany him this night. It would take a fool to mistake his presence as anyone else.
“ Well, Well -- ” Mirth trickles from his voice, the ghost of a smile tugging at the corner of his lips. “ I had not anticipated that you would be my escort this evening. How kind of you to join me, little bird. ”
A low laugh accompanies the nickname given, Malleus taking delight in envisioning the sort of expression Wuya might make in response to it. Still, he refrains from turning towards him, eyes off into the distance.
“ If I might be so bold as to request an additional kindness from you, I would ask you to refrain from reporting my location to the others. ” It's a request given from a peer, rather than an order of king. Though Malleus wonders if his late night companion would be able to see the difference.
@corvicarum // ♡'d
