"Ngh…" The Queen groggily lifted his head again to look at Alfred and nodded a bit. "Just rising actually." Responded, as he felt the Prince hold him tighter. He didn't pull away; after all, it felt rather nice to be held close to someone. The normally morning grump of a Queen dropped his head back down and grumbled a bit.

Alfred chuckled and looked over to Arthur as he cuddled into him. "Not an early riser are you?" He questioned and nuzzled into Arthur's neck as he found it lovely and warm there, soft too.

"No..." Grumbled the Queen, gripping Alfred's shirt under his fingers, burying his face from the sun. Although he couldn't help but to laugh lightly when the man nuzzled his neck like that. "That tickles..!" He lifted his head slightly to look at the Prince and smiled lightly, "I always hate mornings… It is hard to wake."

Alfred chuckled quietly and rolled on top of his Queen. "How about I help you wake up then?" He questioned and romantically starts to nip and leave kisses over Arthur's neck as his dreams often started out like this but he never really got any further.

"H-huh?" The Queen blinked, now staring up at the Prince, his face slowly falling to multiple shades of red. He murmured out practically gibberish mixed with soft whimpers as his neck was preyed upon by Alfred. "Alfred…" Said while not entirely trying to stop him. "I… I do think I am awake now..."

"Are you sure?" He purred and continued to tease at Arthur's neck before trailing up to his jaw. "Because I could always continue to wake you up…" He mumbled and back away showing off his rather flustered face and making sure to keep his hips us to make sure he wouldn't get any more embarrassed from the tent in his sweatpants as his dream was rather vivid last night.

Arthur closed his eyes and tilted his head up from the kissing. "I'm…" Well, now he wasn't sure. When Alfred moved, back, Arthur slowly opened his eyes, face flushed right up to his ears. The Prince wasn't the only one to have unsettling dreams, after all, it was natural... right? The Queen shifted slightly then brought his hands up to cup Alfred's cheeks and bring him closer until their lips just brushed.

Alfred blinked once when he felt Arthur's hand hold onto his face but he just happily kissed Arthur back but tried to go more passionate and coax Arthur to be a little more outgoing while they were in their private quarters, not really knowing how much longer they would have until Yao came to sort both his Queen and so-to-be King.

Feeling Alfred trying to deepen their kiss, Arthur tilted his head slightly to accept it, nipping at his lower lip softly. He knew their time would be cut short, after all they were needed down for the celebrations soon, but at that moment it was just them with no titles. Gently, Arthur pulled away and stared up at his soon-to-be King and smiled gently just as Yao knocked on the door, stating that it was time to get ready.

Alfred couldn't help but feel slightly more aroused as Arthur happily allowed him to become more involved in the kiss. Alfred though whined loudly as he heard a knock at the door before almost yelling like a child. "I dun, wanna go~ I want to be here and in the warmth!" He announced and nuzzled into Arthur's neck and let his hands travel over Arthur's torso.

The Queen blinked at the Prince's childish outcry, and then began to chuckle lightly. "You are so childish…" He murmured and tilted his head to the nuzzling. "Alfred… we have to..." Arthur shivered slightly at the touches, his body shifting up to meet him. On the other side of the door, Yao sighed heavily and shook his head. "Do remember your people are waiting, my lords..." The adviser continued to shake his head and walked away murmuring about how he can predict the two being troublesome.

Alfred grinned mischievous in Arthur's neck before gently tweaking Arthur's nipples wondering if the things he had hear were true. "I know~" He whined as he sat on Arthur's hips. "We will be out soon, we got to get dress first and stuff~" He grinned and winked.

The green eyed male stared up into those blue ones above him, squirming his hips slightly when Alfred sat on them. "Nnn— Alfred..." Arthur whined softly, biting his lip when Alfred teased his nubs. Cheeks flushed, the Queen sunk against the pillows slightly. "O-oh uh... yeah..."

Alfred smiled as that was just the response he wanted but he couldn't help but blush a bright red as the whined turned him on even more, and he thought his dreams were great, the real thing was even better. Yao sighed from outside and knocked harsher. "You better not be courting, if word was to get out about this, you both would be looked down upon." He stated and waited outside the room for the both of them. Alfred though replied. "I can't hear you~" He stated before continuing with twisting Arthur's rather perked nipples and nipping at his collar bone and neck, trying to find several weak spots.

Alfred was persistent, Yao's warnings were left ignored, even the Queen couldn't bring himself to resist. The adviser held his head at this, knowing that it was found out all three would be in trouble. Arthur murmured and whimpered softly under the sensational attacks to his neck and collar bone. "A-Alfred... Don't get in trouble…" Whispered softly in his soon-to-be King's ear, brushing his hand against those sunny locks softly.

Alfred whined and backed away as he stopped all advancements. "B-But I'm frustrated Arthur" He pouted like a dog and whined like a child. "Fine… I'll just… get dressed…" He sighed and backed off Arthur, trying to hide his arousal as much as he could. He also went and picked out his celebration gear.

Arthur panted softly and sat up, pulling the blankets up across his pelvic area, also hiding himself. "I know…" He was too, to be honest. His pale fingers brushed against the red marks on his neck then smiled lightly before shifting away from the bed and walking over to Alfred and hugging him from behind. "It won't be long love. I promise." His facial expression fell slightly, but he held on tight.

He chuckled and looked behind him as Arthur came up to hug him from behind. "Hehe, you called me love" He grinned proudly and winked. "Now come on. Don't be sad ok? I won't be going everywhere, now come on, we both need to get dressed, and unless you want to see my shadow from the screen, I suggest you leave and get dressed in the guest room next door" He offered and he knew that as soon as Arthur left the room as he was also going to go to his bathroom and release the pressure, he had just had enough of it.

"I-I…" Poor Arthur's cheeks heated up darkly on the account of multiple things happening. Quickly he pulled his arms back and cleared his throat and looked away to hide his embarrassment. "R-right, Pardon me…" Flustered the Queen moved away and gathered his clothing from the chair and slipped out of the room to go to the other room. Once inside, he also ventured to the bathroom for a few minutes then poured water over his head. Shaking away the water, Arthur also got dressed in some of his finest clothing he brought with him.

Alfred walked into his bathroom and sighed. "God… what am I going to do?" He sighed and looked down over his body and sighed as he sat on his toilet and removed his trousers before looking up, blushing as he stroked himself. He didn't last long though as thought of Arthur, and his dreams easily took over. Though he quickly cleaned up and slipped on his trousers, just a plain blue with a white dress-up shirt. He then pulled on a waist coat and then clipped on his Kingdom of Stars cape. He picked up his boots and tied all the way up before fixing his hair and walking outside. "Happy now Yao?" He grumbled sourly as he had stopped their fun.

Arthur looked over the clothing in his hands, letting the cool water drip down his burning skin. Once again he touched his neck gently and sighed lightly. He could still feel every spot that Alfred touched, burning as if he was still there. Carefully, Arthur pulled on his brown trousers and blue over vest, buttons it then draping his blue and tan spades cape around him, attaching at the shoulders. He dug through the bag, but alas, he found out that he had not brought his crown nor small hat along, leaving him to resort to ruffling his hair a bit then closing his bag. He pulled on his long boots then fastened his spade shaped clock around his hip securely, then finally joined Alfred and Yao outside the rooms.

"Quite happy, sire. You must tread carefully. Calm your desires… It would be difficult if both your names are to be sullied by human wishes." The adviser bowed his head respectfully but sighed while doing so. "Let us be on our way, you are late now."

Arthur couldn't help but to snicker slightly behind his hand.

Before Arthur came out Yao had passed him his small crown knowing that he will soon be wearing his country's crown before the marriage. He made sure that his prince's crown was sat neatly on his head before he looked to Yao and licked his lips. But they were human, and humans… well… male humans had a need and Yao understood this too!… Didn't he? Alfred though huffed and looked away from the pair muttering. "But I'm still young… and I wasn't hearing you to telling me to stop Arthur." He grinned as he knew that would make the King to stop snickering. "In fact I hear you calling out my name did I not?" He looked to Arthur as he was slightly embarrassed.

Yao though gave a frustrated sigh and a glare at his prince. "Alfred" He warned and forced the Prince to look at him. "Best. Behaviour. The Kingdom wants to see the both of you now so don't start to bicker, and My King of Spades please do try to keep the collar up" He sighed and start to lead the both of them though the small castle and to the entrance to the celebrations outside in the court yard.

Arthur's snicker was quickly replaced with a fully embarrassed look, his mouth trying to form words that ended up in a useless babble before he cleared his throat. Yao handed him his own crown as well, thankfully. It seemed during the chaotic events of the day before; the crown had fallen into his medical bag, and not his clothing one. Carefully he placed it on his own sandy blond hair and glared at Alfred some. "Oh? Was it your name? Sorry, I don't recall... you know, seeing as how old I am."

The Queen took his spot next to the Prince and followed in step towards the celebration, nodding his head and turning up the collar of his undershirt, adjusting the tie some. "You left too many marks high up…" Murmured to Alfred, quiet enough so he thought he was evading Yao's ears as he looked forward, the tips of his ears still red. "Please..." His voice had a slight whine to it as he made his plea, "Don't tell your people what happens behind doors…"

Alfred blinked and sighed as he turned to Arthur. "You win" He admitted quietly as he straightens up his shirt and waist coat. Before the doors opened though he looked to Arthur and gently grasped his hand. "Sorry, I'm a wild one… can't help it where I leave my mark… but Arthur… Your private lives are for us… Closed doors are meant to be closed for a reason…" He whispered before a grand cheer and red carpet was laid out in front of them and Alfred gently pulled at Arthur. "Come on, the first dance is on me" He stated with a grin as their national anthem was played, although it was rather upbeat, like the Prince himself he could never resist the old version played every now and then.

Green eyes trail to their joined hands then up to meet with blue pools. "Shall I invest in a collar, dear pet? Thank you." The Queen teased lightly then smiled lightly and looked forward once more as the doors opened for them, bringing cheers and music. Gazing over all the people, Arthur felt a bit self conscious, being as he never quite made too many appearances in front of citizens like this, he was more of the… closed away type. He felt his hand gripped and pulled towards the people some, confused he looked around then focused on the Prince rather flustered. "O-oh, Alfred I haven't danced in some time…" And to be honest, he was used to being the lead, since it had been a while since someone last tried to court him as a Queen, rather a King. The song rung in his ears, the cheery like tune made the sandy blond smile a bit more, it reminded him of Alfred's attitude.

"Ahh, Don't worry about it, You'll be sure to remember, dance for us is like a duck taking to water" He stated as he then gently laid a rather large hand on Arthur's hip, with his other hand tightly grasping Arthurs and lifting it up to shoulder length before gently starting to sway to try and get Arthur in to the mood as he soon knew that the man would remember. After all, he was a Queen on the inside. Alfred smiled sweetly as he looked into Arthur's eyes. He tried to figure out what was in those eyes as they danced as he knew he wouldn't give the Queen enough time to put the mask back on, he never wanted to put that mask back on… because it just wasn't him. His eyes though sparkled slightly with some hope, a few dreams, and a dash of worry… worry that this might all come to an end soon. Alfred though remember Arthur's question and as they swayed he leaded down to reply. "Hmm, about the collar, I think you should" He chuckled as he too blushed a bit. "It would certainly make our lives more interesting" He purred out. "After all some Kings have dubbed me as the Prince that cannot be tamed.

Arthur chuckled nervously, he used to dance quite well, but while it being a while since the last Royalty visit, the Queen was unsure of his current skill level. He took a deep breath and placed his slim hand on Alfred's shoulder and gripped his hand as they began to sway with the music. Their eyes locked, leaving Arthur helpless to even think about putting his mask back on. His cheeks heated up again, remembering that dancing is an intimate activity in which your partner can see and read your every action and emotion. The green eyed royal could even read Alfred. Hope, excitement, worry. This male had a fierce soul, one that surely belonged to a great ruler. When the Prince leaned down close to him, the Queen could feel his heart beat suddenly increase, but soon his sudden rush of embarrassment was replaced with a chuckle. "A Prince that cannot be tamed. I wouldn't want you to be tamed, you're wildness is interesting." His fingers gripped Alfred's shoulder and hand as he looked down at Alfred's chest, leaning forward against it. "Don't change...and stay safe..."He was speaking almost as if he was going away somewhere.

Alfred didn't want to break the close contact that both Arthur and he had as they danced. As they danced their bodies became almost one person which glided out and around the other couples happily as they continued to sing the Kingdom's song. His heart as racing as their pace began to sped up near to the end of the song. "Good to know that I can still be wild as the forest." He purred before he instinctively twirled Arthur out to the song and he hoped at in that split moment he wouldn't let go of Arthur to make him go flying and he hoped the when he pulled Arthur back he would could pull him into a dip before kissing him but it all depended on if Arthur tripped or went flying from his strength.

Arthur spun around with Alfred, carefully calculating his steps to match the speed of the song and the taller man's pace. Weaving in and out of the people, Arthur felt the heat of the dance and event. The green eyed blond stared up at his intended, cheeks flushed from the excitement, being moved with the waves of energy. Suddenly he was sent spinning, his eyes widened slightly as he tried to keep his balance, then was tugged back, he stumbled slightly from the sheer force of the pull but collided again (almost non-gracefully) with Alfred's chest. It was quick but he was then dipped to the other side, his hand gripping the Prince's shoulder for support and not to fall as he loomed closer. Arthur squeezed his eyes shut as their lips pressed together again; feeling the heat rise on his cheeks, realizing that there was people around.

Alfred chuckled as he could see that Arthur wasn't really a great dancer but at least he isn't a horrible one. Although he was rather surprised at the grip that Arthur held onto Alfred too but he still kissed Arthur to show the more innocent side to their lives, but he couldn't help it. When you go for the dip, you always try and kiss, it's like an unspoken rule or something Alfred thought. He still kissed harder when he finally had a firm grip of Arthur even though the cheering and singing crowds. After years of the Kingdom being mostly secluded from other's the Prince was not only expanding, his horizons and the Kingdom's but he was also going to be kept happy and loved for his life. They knew they were going to miss their old caring and devoting Prince but it was worth it to them. The Prince had done quite enough for them and it was time for the Kingdom to move on without him there all the time to look after them.

Slowly learning Alfred's actions, Arthur closed his eyes to accept the gentle kiss to end their dance. He wasn't expecting him to kiss harder and hold on to him tightly though. The cheers and excitement from the people was enough for Arthur to practically wish to die from embarrassment, but the longer the Prince held onto him, the more he felt like he was melting from the gentle love offered from this brazen male. Although he knew not much of the Land of Stars, from the pleasant people around them, Arthur could tell that it was a lovely land with strong culture of their own. He understood that Alfred was a good man, that his people only wanted what was best for their Prince, and somehow, Arthur's own thinking got muddled by their emotions there. The Queen pulled back slightly and nuzzled his betrothed's cheek with his nose softly. Suddenly the cold hearted Queen had something that he really wanted to protect, and keep as his own.

Alfred smiled and soon back away for air as he gently brought Arthur back up into a standing position. "Thank you Arthur… I know our countries will be great but you will make a great man out of me… Please, my people have prepared a show for you. Would you take to care to watch?" he asked with a blush crossing his cheeks as he looked away as if to try and hide it.

Able to stand now, Arthur smoothed out his clothing, unable to hide the rather obvious dark blush across his cheeks. To him, Alfred was already a great man, and could only see that his love was going to mould the Spades Queen into a better person instead, but he did not say so. However, a little more time here wouldn't hurt, after all the people had worked hard to make the show for them. "All right, I do say I would care to watch." Arthur nodded his head, glancing to the taller before snorting slightly. "You are quite red, love. You don't have to hold your breath when kissing."

Alfred coughed as he became even more embarrassed as the statement. "I-I know" He stumbled at first before he tried to calm himself down. "I-I just thought it would be easier that's all… I don't have much experience like others do after all…" He mumbled as he took his Queen's hand and guided him over to their make shift table with Alfred's knights sitting on either end as the performers began to get into place. "We know it's not much… but it's the best we can do after that the other King as done, do forgive me… and thank you, everyone" He smiled and offered Arthur to sit down first.

Ah! This Prince was rather honest and innocent in his reactions. Arthur couldn't help but to stare at him some and his face heat up more this time. "I-I didn't say it was… bad..." Murmured in return, following where Alfred had led him. He looked over the makeshift table, feeling a tad downhearted, and not because of the state it was in, but the fact that it was preliminary his fault that things turned out this way. He slipped into the seat and squeezed Alfred's hand tightly, once again thinking of what he could possibly do to make amends for this. He knew of one way… it was dangerous, yes, but it would protect what he had so suddenly come to love. Emerald eyes gaze forward pretending to be confident, but knowing deep down he was scared to lose this.

Alfred smiled as he took the seat next to Arthur as he squeezed Arthur's hand back as he nodded and waved his hand to let the act start. He soon because rather childlike and paid no heed to the man next to him as he though Arthur was enjoying it too. The professional dancers gave a rather bright and exciting display of local music and slower music when the more classical part rose. The actors gave a rather nice skit of some of the more embarrassing moments in Alfred's life. Such as trying to pick up women and failing. Stating all the things –The childish and light hearted but silly- actions he wanted to take like taking a rocket chair to the moon to see that start which would to closer and then bring one down to show in from of everyone. Needless to say but the end his people were having great fun as Alfred's face and ears were burning a bright red. He did enjoy it though and that was the main thing.

It was obvious that Alfred was enthralled by the show put on by his people. Arthur watched some of the performance then looked over to Alfred, watching his expressions with a rather soft one on the Queen's face. The event was exciting! Learning about the Prince from different eyes, from ones that have watched him for years. The boy was a bright and shining person, warm and caring, and his people truly loved him without a doubt. Emerald eyes gaze back over to Alfred, unable to stop himself from looking at the sunny male. Somehow, Alfred had truly done it. Arthur was in love with him, but it brought about a scary revelation to the Queen.

He wanted to protect Alfred.

While the focus was on the Prince, people laughing and having a good time with the embarrassed male, the Queen leaned over and kissed his cheek softly and murmured in his ear those three words before slipping away from the table, under the false words of having to use the loo for a moment, leaving Alfred with the 'I love you' as he actually sought out his horse.

Alfred chuckled as Arthur kissed his cheek and found rather sweet of the male that, for a change, he was the one to show the public affection. Although his head dropped in surprise as Arthur said those magical words he couldn't believe it. Arthur said he loved Alfred… surely that had to be a mistake… after all; they barely knew each other for a few days. Then again in a world with war and love constantly moving and changing sometimes it had to be fast to keep up with what was going on. Alfred when snapped back into the real world sigh as he stood up and reached for the Queen but it was too late, he was already out of ear shot and sighed. He smiled fondly at his Queen before he licked his rather dry lips. "I love you too…" He whispered back to himself.
He sat himself back down to enjoy the rest of the show, although he didn't relax like he would normally until Arthur would return.

Arthur looked back over his shoulder slightly at all the happy frolicking of the lands people before he bowed his head lowly and turned back, face to face with none other than Yao. Arthur was startled and looked a bit taken aback for a moment but quickly shook his head back to reality. "Please... do not stop me. I only wish to help the people who have taken me in with such warmth after their tragedy." Not once did Arthur lift his head, signalling that it was a tough decision for him, to leave Alfred behind. Yao wanted to protest but knew that it was not his place at that time to speak. He only wished the Queen a safe travel and told him the whereabouts of his horse. Arthur was far too grateful for this and took quick steps to the stable, where his old green cloak hung next to his trusted steed. Draping the article across his shoulders, Arthur felt his fingers trembling as he secured the item then scooped himself upon the white beast. Pressing a kiss to the ring, Arthur turned his horse around and sent his horse to race towards the Diamonds Kingdom.

Alfred had started to worry when Arthur had not returned after a while. He tried to look around the area for him but his damn love was nowhere to be found. He huffed playfully and sighed. "If this is some kind of joke Arthur, please stop playing… You're starting to worry me." He called out and sighed. Although people were still partying and celebrating of the union Alfred just couldn't stop the nagging voice in his head to go and check on the stables to see if Arthur had left. He was slightly heart broken when he didn't find Arthur but he returned to his seat and kept a look out for Arthur. He wouldn't have left without telling me right? I know this is soon and all… but I like him… I really, really like him… Alfred thought worryingly as Arthur didn't return even after the party was over, and he felt something was seriously wrong. He gazed into the empty seat that should have been filled and sighed. "He didn't leave you…he wouldn't of left you… you saw the love in his eyes right? At least… it was love right?" He started to question himself as more time passed and he became rather impatient.

It took everything not for Arthur to turn his horse around and race back to Alfred, to hop off and drop into his arms, to never leave. But he knew he had to do this. He just had to protect Alfred no matter what. Uni galloped at full speed, the Land of Stars' broken walls vanishing behind him and the grand yellow coloured city approaching over the hill. The Queen swallowed thickly, calling his name loudly and showing the glowing blue magic in the shape of a spade he created in the air, it allowed him grand access into the Kingdom. It had only been two hours possibly? Maybe less as he was now brought to stand in front of Francis, who smirked down to him and slipped away from his throne, sending the precious Queen, miss Lily away. The golden room shone bright, almost too bright for Arthur as the King scooped an arm to Arthur's guiding him to a more 'private' setting to speak. This had been the Diamond's King's plan the entire time, to have Arthur retreat to his arms once again.

Alfred looked to Yao and sighed. He bites his lip and sighed as his eyes showed that he was rather heartbroken. "Please tell me you saw him and he was lost." He begged Yao. He turned to face the table, looking down at his joined hands. They should have been joined with Arthur's but Arthur wasn't there and it pained him. "Yao…" His voice broke slightly as he tried not to cry as he knew what Yao was going to say and he really didn't want to hear it…

Francis though on the other hand smiles brightly and shooed away his Queen before sliding gracefully off his throne to guide Arthur to the more private quarters where he knew he was going to have his way with Arthur. "Arthur what brings to here mon amour?" He purred and gently tapped at Arthur's behind to usher him into his room. A grand room it was too. Only the finest silks on the bed with gemstones adorning the 4 poster bed the size big enough to fit at least 5 people in. And of course there was everything and King and Queen needed in that room. Such as a dresser with mirror, fireplace, tables and chairs… you name it for a bedroom and it was most then likely in there. Francis then shut the door behind them and pulled out a purple rose. "For you… my love" He purred in Arthur's ear.

Although Alfred didn't know, Yao understood why the Queen had to take his leave. Although he didn't quite agree with it, his respect for Arthur had rose significantly by the selfless act. It ripped at him to see their precious Prince in turmoil, and eventually break down to his feelings. He looked so vulnerable and broken, but he couldn't let Arthur's sacrifice be useless. "Yes, your highness..." The adviser lowered his head. He knew that once Alfred became King, his place will rise as well, he would become the Jack of Spades, given the ultimate job of protecting his King and Queen with his life. "You are correct. His Royal Highness has taken leave..." Spoke the brown haired male quietly, "Do keep your cheer up, our people are watching." With that, he took the other side of Alfred, leaving Arthur's spot open and untouched.

Back with Francis, Arthur scowled. Oh how he hated the feeling of this wretched man's touch. Emerald eyes scanned the grand room carefully, it was familiar, sickeningly so. Arthur remembered the time that he was being courted by Francis, a hell ride of four months (Around 100 days), how it troubled his people to have such flauntingly rich people trotting their land without care. Bothersome really. Even here it was obvious that Francis spared no expense, which probably bothered the Diamond's Jack; Vash did have a stingy reputation. However, Arthur gave no response to the tap nor the flower, in fact, Arthur held it then dropped the rose to the ground, grinding the flower against the spotless floor. "I'm not here... for you." He turned around to find Francis looming rather close. Arthur's heart skipped into his throat as he looked away nervously. "Cease all advancements on the Land of Stars..."

Alfred slowly sighed and lifted his head up to gaze over at his celebrating citizens. Alfred took a deep breath and smiled. "H-He's just returned home… He has his own Kingdom to look over after all." He said as firmly as he could as he thought of the most logical situation in his mine. After all, Arthur would just leave him for no reason and it was not like they were not going to marry… he didn't need Arthur by his side constantly he was a strong man, albeit young he couldn't let the smallest thing trip him up. He grinned and looked to Yao happily. "We can still celebrate without him… he would want the Kingdom to be happy after all" He stated before he stood up and offered Yao a hand. "Wanna dance?" he chuckled.

Francis stood up right and sighed. "And here I thought you wanted to see me again… such a shame…" Francis walked away from Arthur before his face fell rather gravely. "I'm sorry Arthur but I need to stamp out that rat. He simply does not belong" Francis stated as a fact and sat down on his bed and beckoned Arthur closer. "Well… then again I guess I could offer you a deal… just for you my love~" He purred and sighed. "But I do wish we were back as we were not long ago… only a few months have it not been?" He asked and offered Arthur some of his wine too.

Yao didn't agree nor disagree if Arthur had returned home or not, however he did nod and look around at the chattering citizens, although tragedy had struck them, they all followed their Prince into his happiness. "I cannot replace your beloved, but I would be honoured to dance with thee again." Having been the person who taught Alfred how to dance in the first place. Yao stood up and followed his Prince to the open area and took his hand. "Aye, shall you lead this time then?" The music changed and fell to the dance tune as others joined hands around to dance as well.

A deep frown etched across Arthur's face, the Queen stared at the floor intently then slowly took steps over to where Francis sat, not sitting himself though. "I see no reason to rid of his Kingdom." However, a deal was mentioned, and that was why Arthur was there after all. He knew of this male's ways and how he saw love. He also knew that even though they could not work and that he was King for another Kingdom, that Francis was in love with him. Long ago, Arthur could say the same. Stepping closer now, he pressed his leg against the Kings and lifted his head slightly to look into the royal dark blue eyes of his. "If a deal can be made… allow me to step in and correlate it." Arthur murmured softly, taking the offered wine and sipping it slowly. "What is it you seek?"

Alfred smiled and chuckled. "I know you can no replace my beloved but, you can at least help me remember my dance" he chuckled before the music changed. He placed his hand to Yao's hip and then took his own hand into Yao before starting to sway slightly as he couldn't help but wish it was Arthur in front of him but he still kept his eyes forward and licked his lips nervously. "I will retire early tonight though… all this partying has worn me out" He stated as his reason but failed to mention it was also because of Arthur's strange disappearance that he was troubled the most.

Francis though on the other hand smiled wildly and relaxes as Arthur didn't not make a hasty retreat out of his home. "If you were to court here and be with me like you used to… I will not devour your precious Prince's Kingdom… and the fact that you will be my Queen." He stated not really caring about the false Queen of Diamonds… they both knew she was just a decoy to keep the other kingdoms and his citizens happy. Francis looked up to Arthur with sadness in his deep blue eyes, unlike Alfred's bright sky blue ones. "I miss you greatly Arthur, you do not know how lonely it has been without you by my side... why did you ever leave me? And I'll make sure to change that so you will be happy with me… forever my Queen~" He said as he then took off the crown and presented Arthur with his own ring hopefully. "Will you be mine once again Arthur Kirkland…? The King of Spades?"

Mean while back in Arthur's own Kingdom the knight named Alexandria looked to the gardener and sighed. "What is the matter my friend? You were happy only a few hours ago… has something happened?" He questioned curiously.

"Aye, remember you will." Yao said confidently and straightened his back to dance with the Prince, giving short reminders of which move was to come next and for Alfred to raise his elbow some or to keep his shoulders back. Little nitpicks, common from the pony tailed man. He only thought that the act of learning could replace the hollow feeling Alfred was enduring in his heart, unfortunately it proved to not be enough. Nodding his head, Yao took a long look around them. "I quite understand, sire. Worry not about leaving early, for I can tend to things here. Do get some well rest... calm your mind, things shall work out." Yao nodded slowly and patted Alfred's shoulder.

Back to where the Queen was, Arthur looked away from Francis', feeling as his heart was ripping in his chest. Thick eye brows arched up in the centre, his lower lip quivering slightly. He didn't want to become Francis' again, he belonged to Alfred now, or well, his heart did at the least. Arthur's emerald green eyes shimmered with tears as they connected with those deep blue orbs before him. "I left you… because it was best for my people and me. You know, I'm selfish... I-I'm very selfish..." His voice quivered slightly, staring at the ring now, this one was with an orangish yellow colour. Arthur shook his head and pushed the ring away, keeping Alfred's on instead. "I would rather... keep this one on for now. If it's all the same." He swallowed thickly and nervously, squeezing his eyes shut and balling his hands to fists. "If... you must promise to leave the Land of Stars alone, to return any resources that you may of acquired from the attack on them... and to never lay eye on the land again. If you can do that... I shall stay here... with you…"

The Gardener named William shook his head with despair. "The roses, they began to fully bloom, but suddenly seemed to close up… even some of the younger buds are changing colour again…" He turned up to his friend. "Even the Queen is not yet home."

Alfred nodded and gave a small smile. But when he walked up the steps into the building he silently letting the tears flow. Not because he was sad but because he was confused. He was so confused at why Arthur would leave so suddenly without telling him. "At least… I broke thought to him…" He whispered to himself as he sniffed and wiped the tears from his eyes on the back of his sleeve. He walked into his room and shut the door behind him. He allowed the tears to fall to the floor before he slumped his way over to the bed and lied down. He let his hand glide over the pillow Arthur slept on and licked his lips. "I hope you come back soon… my love…" He whispered as he shut his eyes as he tried to force himself to go to sleep so he could forget everything.

Francis meanwhile sighed and nodded. "I understand my love" He offered a hand which gently grasped Arthur's to turn him around. "I will not advance on Alfred's Kingdom; I will give him Timber for Housing. Food for the people and seeds for the crops" He stated and leaned in close to Arthur's face. "I will do this and more MY Queen" He stated before claiming Arthur's lips with his own. He almost melted at the feeling. Oh how he had longed to feel those soft and petite against his. Unlike Alfred his were larger yes but they were much smoother and Francis allowed his other free hand to wrap around Arthur's waist to bring him closer.

Alexandria sighed and looked over to the Flowers. "What have you done my King?" He questioned as if the flowers were connected to Arthur's head somehow be even that thought was rather farfetched. "All you can do is tend to them I guess… but talk to them… Plants have feelings right? And with the magic in this land maybe the roses are connected to Arthur… in more than just the King and Queen sense… I don't know if it will work though… Then again… I'm not the smartest in the land" he chuckled and rubbed the back of his head.

Yao quietly left Alfred alone, knowing that he was upset, after all, who can blame him. Arthur left without word of where he was going, well, Yao knew where he went, and he was unsure himself what to say, so he thought to leave it be until the Queen would return, he would return… right? Some citizens questioned about both the King and Prince's absence. "Worry not, the Spades king simply had some work to attend to and our dearest Prince was feeling weak and has taken to bed early. Do keep the merriment up; both of them would appreciate it." A bit unsure of things, the people nodded and went back to their enjoyment, keeping the noise down more to allow their precious ruler to rest some.

A sigh of relief slipped from Arthur's lips when the deal was made. Alfred and his people... they will be safe and well, they would receive what they need to build their homes again, and Arthur would make sure that the Stars Kingdom will be safe, that Alfred would be safe. He opened his eyes slightly only to be met with Francis' burning lips against his own. Having half the mind to push him away, Arthur knew better and simply placed his hand on the King's shoulders and closed his eyes to accept his fate. He tried to imagine that it was Alfred that he was kissing, but it was different, the skilled kiss, brush of Francis' stubble against his skin and the taste of expensive red wine. Tears trickled from the Queen's eyes as he was pulled closer, allowing himself to mould against Francis' body once more in his life.

The Gardener chuckled lightly and half-hearted but nodded. "They very well maybe connected to our ruler, seeing as... they change with his heart." He knocked Alexandria's shoulder lightly then reached out to brush his fingers against some of the frozen blooms. "You are very smart, Arthur is as well... I do hope that he is not doing something of regret for himself."

Alfred sniffed as he curled up more into his of the bed he couldn't let early days of the relationship go to him, so many different things could happen… Arthur might not even be in love with him. He did first agree to marry him for their kingdoms after all. "Why…" He whimpered and sniffed as he curled up more as one question continued to ring in his mind. Why did he just leave me without any clues of where he would go?

Francis soon back away for air and looked rather dreamily into Arthur's eyes. "I will be all that Alfred is and more… I will give you all that I can now please… let's undress and be like we used to be... I've missed you greatly…" He asked and tried to guide Arthur to the bed. He knew he was will experienced and he knew all of Arthur's weak areas. "It's a shame you have grown so soft on the Prince… he's nothing but a street rat. Please forget of him… you are mine now and we will be the best that we can for everyone" He whispered out as he leaned down to kiss Arthur again before working at his clothes. He tried to strip Arthur slowly right down to his bare self which to Francis felt there was nothing to mask Arthur from his true self. That was if Arthur allowed him of course.

Alexandria smiled and bent down to the frozen flower and looked to his friend. "Come on My King… why would you let your head rule your heart… the Prince was so close… what has happened to you to make you give up on him… Because I'm sure the Prince wouldn't give up on you" He looked to the flower and hoped something would happen.