*no one's POV*

Once upon a time, there was a beautiful kingdom.

It was the prince's twenty-fifth birthday and his parents told him it was time to choose a princess. However, Saitama did not care. They found him sitting on the couch, eating udon.

"Saitama, get off the couch. You've been sitting there all day." said the Queen.

Saitama rolled his eyes. "No, " he answered flatly. The Queen sighed. "Honey, you need to choose a princess. This is important."

Saitama asked, "Can't I go fight a villain or something?"

"No, honey. You must find a princess. You're 25. Lord Kuseno is said to have a beautiful adopted daughter."

"So what?" said Saitama flatly. "Who cares about finding a bride?"

The King and Queen deadpanned. "Saitama, please consider this. We're hosting a ball tonight and we're hoping you will find a princess there."

Saitama groaned. "Look. I heard that Lord Kuseno's daughter is a cyborg. If this is to continue the family line, it's not possible because, well-"

"'Well' what?" asked the king, obviously confused.

Saitama's face hardened. "You know. That."

His parents gave him confused looks, and then there was a collective 'oh'.

"Saitama, we just want you to be happy. And, the truth is, you're kind of, well, lonely. You're a quirky person and we think that you need someone to share your life with." said the Queen.

"'Share my life with'?" said Saitama. "I'm doing just fine on my own."

The king sighed. "Tonight, get yourself ready and go to the ball. Keep your mind open to meeting new people. And-" The as the king noticed a disinterested expression on his son's face, he said, "there will be plenty of food."

Saitama raised his head from his hand. "Fine. I'll go."

"Thank you, Saitama." said the Queen, smiling.

*Genos's POV*

"And why do I have to go?" asked Genos, haughtily.

Lord Kuseno sighed. "Genos, this is a very special ball. Don't take this invitation lightly. Go tonight, and, well, see if you meet anyone!"

Genos raised an eyebrow. "'Meet anyone'? Why do I have to 'meet someone'? Besides, I have nothing to wear, and Prince Amai will be there."

"Well, Prince Amai is nice eno-"

Lord Kuseno felt a high-heel slam into his face.

"OW!"

Genos crossed her arms. "There is no way that I am getting to know him. He's the nastiest person I've ever heard of. He may seem nice but only because he puts on an act whenever he's in front of the media. And the last time I saw him, he just liked me because he liked how I looked." Genos sniffed and scrunched her nose. "God, I hate him."

Lord Kuseno shifted his feet. "O-okay then. Well, you don't have to marry Prince Amai. The King and Queen of Kingdom A have a son. His name is Saitama. Apparently, he is looking for a princess." When Lord Kuseno said 'princess', he gave Genos a nudge while grinning.

Princess Genos was not impressed.

"So what? It's just a stupid ball. Why would I go? Besides, I don't have anything to wear."

"Well," said Lord Kuseno, grinning. "that's why I got you a ballgown!" This was said with a wink and an all-too-cheesy thumbs-up.

Genos sighed and raised an eyebrow. "Can I see it?"

"Sure," he replied. Kuseno walked into another room. Soon, he returned carrying a tightly wrapped package. He untied the ribbon sealing it. Inside was a flowing, striking ball gown with gold and silver leaf-patterned trim. The bodice was black with a triangular split in the middle, which was covered by a stretch of translucent black fabric. Each side of the bodice was edged by the same gold trim and dotted by silver gems and beads. The dress had a gold triangular-shaped line separating the skirt and bodice. The skirt was black at the top and faded into navy blue at the bottom. A few tiny silver and white star-shaped designs were also sewn in. A black satin covering wrapped around the skirt and split in the center. It was truly a sight to behold.

Princess Genos was speechless.

"Ready to get changed?" asked Lord Kuseno.