Munto looked down at the young blonde beside him as she laughed at one of her friends jokes. She was so beautiful when she laughed, he was amazed by the melody of it every time. Feeling his stare she looked up at him with a small smile.
"What is it, Munto? You're being weird." She giggled at him and he felt his chest swell with affection. She was so cute, even when she wasn't trying. And when she was trying… Munto tried not to think about it afraid he might cave and kiss the girl before him.
"It's nothing. I am just pleased to see you enjoying yourself." Yumemi gave a bright smile, her hair lifting in the wind. He reached out, taking a few strands of her golden hair in between his fingers. It felt just as silky as it looked. She'd changed so much since he saw her last year. Taller and leaner than before she now came up to his collarbone and her once long hair was shorter, coming to just past her shoulders. Her straight back and lifted chin betrayed her overflowing self-confidence and strength. She was perfect.
Since he had gone back for her, she had been to the Magical Kingdom to see him almost every weekend. Spending as much time as possible in the king's company, Yumemi and Munto had grown closer. Rumors were flying about the king's romance with the young woman, so much so that even Yumemi had heard them. There was speculation from the staff and councilors that there was to be a wedding between the two very soon. Munto tried to ignore them but found his mind wandering to the possibility of their union. If Yumemi felt comfortable becoming queen, he would not hesitate to ask. But as it stood now, it appeared she only wished for his companionship and nothing more. He released her hair with a sigh and looked up. She would be returning to the lower realm soon.
"Munto?" He looked at her as she called his name. He loved her, it was so strong in his heart he almost said the words aloud but stopped short when Ryuely approached with Toche.
"My king, there is an ambassador from the Lower Realm here to speak with you." Munto tried not to groan and sighed instead. "Alright, take them to the meeting room. I will be there shortly." Yumemi pouted as Munto stood.
"Do you have to go?" Munto smiled at her warmly. His chest tightened at her dejected look.
"I will be back to take you home after." She beamed at him over his words and Munto felt his heart melt all over again. If only she felt for him the way he did for her. He leaned over without much thought and placed a peck to her forehead. Suddenly realizing what he was doing, Munto pulled back and coughed. "I will see you shortly." Ryuely smiled a knowing smile at Munto as he hurriedly walked from the small group. He was going to be in trouble for doing something so stupid.
Munto focused with all of his might on the meeting at hand. This ambassador was playing a dangerous game with him. Munto could feel his irritation mounting but shoved it down with little thought. The last thing he wanted was to be yelled at for making enemies with humans.
"Well then, King Munto, what do you think? A union with our princess will strengthen your country. I promise you that. And not to mention, marrying a human would strengthen your ties with the Lower Realm tremendously." Munto paused as a small realization dawned on him. If he took a human woman as his wife and queen, it would be a boon to his connections with the Lower Realm. The humans may be less inclined to strike against them with force knowing a human held a throne, the most powerful throne, in the Heavenly Realm.
"I will think about it and discuss it with my counselors. You are dismissed." The ambassador made a noise in offense at being so rudely dismissed but was promptly removed by guards. He continued to sit there for some time thinking about the idea planted in his head when the door opened with a slight creak. He looked up, seeing Yumemi at the door with a small smile.
"Are you okay?" Munto nodded and beckoned her inside. She dipped her head entering and closing the door behind her but she didn't move away from the door. Munto was confused when she then turned to him with a pretty blush dusting her cheeks. Munto felt his heart squeeze at the sight and he sat up straighter and coughed to ease it.
"I'm fine, he was just here to discuss an alliance through a marriage union." Yumemi gave the smallest of gasps and Munto mentally kicked himself. "I do not plan on giving them what they seek. While it would be beneficial to take a human as a wife, I still want my wife to be of my own choosing, Yumemi." The girl's blush deepened.
"Munto, what does that mean? Are you going to get married?" Munto chuckled and again beckoned her closer. She wouldn't budge.
"Eventually, but only to someone I love who loves me in return. Just as my parents did." He looked the girl over curiously. Maybe if he confessed, she would say she felt the same. Maybe she could be his queen to help him rule and be a voice for humans. "And I already have someone in mind, if she will have me." Yumemi began to fidget, looking uncomfortable. Maybe she didn't feel the same, maybe she just saw him as a friend, or maybe she liked another. "Yumemi, what is wrong?" She was acting strange, refusing to meet his eyes, fidgeting in her spot, and not moving closer as she normally did.
"Munto, I-" She was cut off by a knock on the door. A voice calling for the young king and Yumemi. Her friends needed to go home. Yumemi laughed lightly but without any mirth. "We should go. Sorry, Munto. Maybe we'll talk next time." Yumemi ducked from the room leaving Munto flabbergasted. Was she about to confess? She looked so determined before they were interrupted. Munto felt as though he would need to murder the one to bother them, but didn't feel it was a promising idea. Sighing, he got up and followed the blonde from the room.
A/N: I still feel the characters are pretty OOC, but I'm trying. I've been rewatching the anime for some more clues. I don't think I'll ever be able to find the manga so I'm just working with what I have. Moving on! Please don't forget to review, follow, favorite, and follow me on twitter!
Shoutouts!
Taliatales: Congrats to you for being the first person to comment on my drabble, lol! I have been rewatching the anime and movie over and over again trying to get as much info as I can until I can find some translated scans. Unfortunately, the only scans I have been able to find are in Chinese. If I can find it again I can link it to you through a DM. In addition, if you're able to find translated scans hmu. 3
Other than that I really appreciate your comment as well as you following and favoriting my work and hope you enjoy the rest of the drabbles I'll be throwing your way 333 Your excitement is always welcome!
RedWingedAngel002: Holy crap! I've read all of your Munto fics and this makes me so happy. I actually found out recently that the manga came from a third party publisher and that's why it's not a part of the canon verse. Or at least according to some. I still want to read it though cause it's Munto related lol. Thank you so much for the review, I really appreciate the input. It's so hard staying canon with the characters when there's so little material so hearing such a compliment from someone who has actually read the manga makes me so incredibly happy. And thanks for the follow and favorite as well. I'm currently mapping out a multi-chapter story.
Also, thank you for the congratulations, I appreciate it. :D
