Notes from the author: Hi everyone! This is my new fic so hope you all like it. Just so you all know there might be a few mistakes. I tried fixing it best I could.

Also Important: When it has the one apostrophe, it means that's what they're thinking ok? Ex: 'hello beautiful'

(no that's not part of the story. Sorry to disappoint :p) but you get the image, right? Well, that's all. Hope you like it loves! I'll try my hardest not to procrastinate on this one haha

ALSO, I MIGHT CHANGE THE NAME OF THE STORY SO JUST BE PREPARED IF THAT HAPPENS!

Prologue

"King Alfor wants to see you."

"Right now?" Shiro asked, never really one to question the King's decision but he was on duty right now. King Alfor never called him when he was on duty.

"Yes. He's in the throne room waiting for you. I'll guard the Princess for now," the guard told him as he moved to take Shiro's place in front of the door.

Shiro nodded and went on his way.

'Wonder what King Alfor wants. Probably for the bodyguard situation.'

With all the twists and turns, the castle was more of a maze than a fortress. One could easily get lost within its walls if one was not trained beforehand. But of course, all servants, guards, and everyone else who lived behind its walls knew the castle like the back of their hand. Whenever any balls or festivities were thrown inside the castle, signs needed to be put in advance to lead the way.

Not that Shiro was complaining. It put his always-on-edge heart to rest somewhat and made being a bodyguard a bit easier.

Finally, Shiro reached the great white and gold doors which led to the throne room. When he opened the door, King Alfor was sitting on the throne.

"Ah, Shiro come in. Come in," King Alfor gestured for Shiro to come forward.

"You wanted to see me?" Shiro asked, obeying the King's gestures.

"Yes. I know you're on duty right now but it is a matter of importance. We need to find a new bodyguard for my son as soon as possible. And a good one too. These guards don't know how to handle him," he said, chuckling. "He is just as reckless as I was in my youth. Do you think you could find him a younger bodyguard? I figured maybe he wouldn't be as reckless if he had a bodyguard around his age who he could talk to. Not that he doesn't have friends but it's still worth a try."

Shiro smiled, knowing exactly who he was going to choose. "Yes. And I think I know a person who's right for the job."

King Alfor raised his eyebrows, clearly impressed. "Already? Is he young?"

Shiro nodded. "I believe they're the same age and he's top in his class. His name is Keith. The only thing is, he's… not quite good with making friends. And he also has a… tragic past."

"Ah, yes. I've heard of this Keith. If I heard correctly, you were the one who found him the day of the tragedy."

"Yes, I did."

King Alfor shook his head, sadly. "Poor boy. And he doesn't have any trauma at all?"

"No, sir. He's perfectly healthy and normal. He is a bit stubborn at times though. It's hard to get through to him," Shiro said.

"Maybe this is a good thing, considering Lance has his past troubles as well. Maybe they'll get along well. I'll call for him immediately."

King Alfor started to get up but Shiro interrupted him. "Your majesty, if you don't mind, would you allow me to bring him? As I said, he's quite stubborn and may need a bit of convincing. I am the only one who he's close to."

King Alfor took a moment to process this and nodded his head. "Of course. I will place another guard in your place until you return. How many days do you think you'll be gone?"

"Oh at the most two. He's currently residing with the Garrison Guard Force so he's not far from here."

"Very well. You can depart whenever you are ready."

Shiro bowed and left the room.

As soon as King Alfor knew Shiro was out of earshot, he spoke. "How long have you been there?"

A long and slender dark-skinned boy opened the secret compartment that was hidden behind the curtain. "How did you know I was there?"

"You always move the curtain too much. How much did you hear?" King Alfor asked.

Lance shrugged. "Mostly just the end of it. What's the deal with the new guy? What kind of tragic past did he have?"

King Alfor paused, considering if he should tell the boy. But he quickly shook his head. "No, it isn't your place to know."

Lance pouted. "Fine. Then I'll be even more reckless with him around."

King Alfor laughed. "Then you'll never have a chance to get to know his story."

He quickly turned serious. "But please try to get along with him. He does have a rough past. Don't ask about it. If it comes up and he wants to tell you, then he'll tell you but do not pry."

This made Lance even more curious. Whenever someone told him he couldn't do something, he usually did it anyway.

King Alfor knew this and looked straight into his son's blue eyes. "I'm serious about this Lance."

Lance sighed and dropped his head in defeat. "Alright. I'll try to get along with him. But I'm not making any promises!"

He walked out of the room and walked towards his own room.

'Still, I wonder what happened to him. Sounds pretty serious to me. What was his name? Keith? He's probably gonna be just like every other guard. Nothing special.'

Nevertheless, the name of his soon-to-be guard tugged at his memory and Lance strained to remember where he had heard it before. He felt as if it was an important name. One that shouldn't have been forgotten but had been. Remembering nothing, he entered his room, troubled.