"You'll find a lot of things about me are different from what other princes would have." He let out a small smile as they walked through the halls, pulling Ella closer to him. "I've got a surprise for you tomorrow, I think you'll like it." His voice was soft, though held a very tangible feeling of excitement to it. Whatever he had planned, he was clearly eager for tomorrow so that he could give it to Ella.

The servants paid little mind to the couple walking to the dining hall, deciding that their princes affairs weren't any of their business. And truly? They weren't. "Hopefully though, she'll be recovered enough for you to talk to her. Her name is Regina, and I think you'll enjoy her company greatly. Like I've said before, she's certainly not my father." Finally, they entered the dining hall, Marken moving inside first, pulling out a chair for Ella, before sitting down himself next to her, glancing around at the full table.