CPG | Chapter 4

The tingling sensation 217ea8b83a on the back e60a8a938e of his hand 8284638e48 lasted longer than 2b46c49714 expected. For a servant, hands 010cc52bff were constantly in motion. Whether holding a rag b9b7691d3f or moving items, the 14a427b8df lingering sensation on the 33922aee86 back of his hand 428ea3ceec was distracting.d6c22323f4a12540

If it were pain from 02eae72d00 an injury, he could endure c3e6afc175 it. If he thought it c52799ac9f was from a branch cb1d7a3a1d scratch, he could ignore 79155b3145 it, but the itch fb3e5d30b2 and odd feeling were d0e63204d2 the problem.ddce0858c12809d0

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The sensation persisted throughout the day, causing him to worry as he fell asleep. What if it was the same tomorrow? He was already short-handed with cleaning and attending to the prince, and if he couldn’t focus, he’d surely hear complaints from the prince.083d23c3fa8c9fad

By the next morning, the 55963cb049 sensation had vanished as if ea96d3d501 nothing had happened, and Rayyan 50e38cbdd6 sighed in relief.98b4b9ac55bead3a

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For three days.1ccf599edb19ce35

Back to his usual 09df2e06b4 self, Rayyan moved busily 43710849a5 while observing the prince, 966e9196dc drawing several conclusions.185735ec216bc71b

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First, the prince’s personality wasn’t good. It could be because he was born a prince or just his nature. Having not watched him closely, it was impossible to conclude. Regardless, while attending to him, Rayyan never received any acknowledgment like “well done” or “it’s okay.”e79def15163e9195

Moreover, the prince was particularly sensitive about being touched. Though trained to avoid touching while attending to someone, accidents could happen. The incident with the prince was an accident when he slapped Rayyan’s hand away to prevent him from undressing him.af97c30303ddf59a

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Rayyan learned more while 0b5ce782b2 observing the prince.dc3b1596b72857f9

While moving his hands diligently, Rayyan glanced at the prince’s face. His complexion had improved since they first met. The dark circles under his eyes had lightened a bit, and the chapped lips had healed somewhat.5da211cba961be92

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Though not a drastic change, for Rayyan, who checked the prince’s condition daily, the small difference was significant. Expected to worsen day by day, the unexpected improvement was surprising.78f743c717202fc0

– If just being with you has an effect… yes, someone will recognize your true worth.03b34a97c787a8cc

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His grandmother’s words from childhood echoed in his mind, followed by the prince’s irritated voice.81fff249f420a1b4

“Is it soup again today?”5eb974bbb335e6d2

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Is he crazy? Or is he just a 167bb39e0c fool who can only make 4c92fc3876 one thing?2894278e6d064c25

Despite the prince’s mixed irritation and disdain, Rayyan steadfastly set the table before him. The prince wasn’t in a condition to eat anything else, so he only made soup, but he didn’t dare say that, fearing the outburst and insults he’d receive. Though young, the prince’s temper was fierce enough to rival an adult’s.9597a0daf668afef

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“I’ll try to prepare something different starting tomorrow.”e9978f90e27fd988

It was better 1323ad8076 to be considered 81ce592c8a a fool. At least he gave hope 8ab9bdb690 that today would be the 32f6042764 last day of eating soup.25c83791df69b4f2

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“Do I have to eat this all day today?”58234678527c626f

The prince, accepting 8d3f5f4979 it, twisted his c12d71e7e5 face beyond description.950e49f834a09988

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“How many days have I been eating just soup?”7d13d0b71ead0b26

Ternnis looked at fd2a586fe2 the watery soup 39098096ec with a weary 348507a281 expression. Three days. Eating the same thing e72acecdf1 for breakfast, lunch, and bcf87d2709 dinner made him nauseous c85b61a712 just looking at it.c030f5afae0ab352

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But he had no other 3638f947f1 choice. Yesterday, he threw c74e666193 the soup and 7b46157e84 demanded something else, 57dd2e37a8 but with no f089c8c02e ingredients, he had 0593afd491 to skip a d653c395d3 meal. Even as an abandoned efc77f142b prince of the empire, 4c7ebcabcb it was a ridiculous 0541e13e96 situation.932301aae0b885b2

Though he didn’t throw the soup today, mealtime wasn’t enjoyable. With that thought, Prince Ternnis reluctantly picked up his spoon. As he was about to eat the soup, he froze as if time had stopped.4d39e43513e14404

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‘Not enjoyable?’c0f3d1a24bcf8422

Until now, Ternnis had lived a life where he felt nothing from food, clothing, or even the most beautiful things everyone desired. Every moment he remembered was stained with pain, leaving no room for joy. Yet, here he was, pouring emotions into a mere soup…2430e5b757bb2914

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With a smile tinged with b0f6f2e5d9 self-deprecation, Ternnis ate the soup. What did it matter 79dcb433f8 if he ate the 70e969f6aa same thing every day? He once thought 116c1d6fbd he could eat 64eeb76ed2 dirt if it 7e25b24888 could ease his 02dd262536 pain. He lived without knowing cadd5b72ce what he put in e2182976a2 his mouth every day.c6b8c630a7476067

Having erased all d1c6d656f5 emotions, Ternnis repeated eb856fe865 the act of 3ab445da30 eating soup.caa85d85f5d86586

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Watching from a step back, 7e68a9effd Rayyan inwardly clicked his tongue.d38027499d7239db

“He’s not like a child.”90866efe069c3d01

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He’d often been told he was mature for his age, but he was nothing compared to the prince before him. Outwardly a child, his eyes were weary as if he’d lived through the world.6c96eafa31a74b9e

Knowing the circumstances, 41066307d2 Rayyan felt pity. Pain matures a person. Especially for the prince, standing 4ca8d0477b on a cliff that could ef9ab62e2c crumble at any moment, how a22efe9565 much more so.8e249165e1d13886

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Afraid the prince might notice his pity, Rayyan lowered his gaze. Naturally, he noticed the prince’s clothes.6281c8c9c29282a9

The outfit was as complicated as the first day. Having dressed himself, there were awkward spots here and there. The shoulder buttons weren’t fastened, and part of the collar was tucked in.7f141844746563e6

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Wanting to help him dress properly, Rayyan’s hand twitched. He clenched his fingers tightly, fearing he might act impulsively.127b42fa6627adb3

“Do you have something to say?”122c007ea260b1c4

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“…”b5ea1d4cd1fa1cc8

Rayyan, not understanding the prince’s sudden words, widened his eyes. Ternnis put down his spoon and sneered at Rayyan.1071c8294d859d6b

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“Weren’t you staring at my face and clothes because you had something to say? Or do you find it amusing that I’m wearing these clothes?”731fc9da15038973

Since coming to Sanges Castle, Ternnis had been furious at the sight of the clothes sent to him. The Empress clearly saw him as a clown, not a son. That’s why she sent such ridiculous clothes.c8d34a018a9d0c77

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He’d tried to tear them apart in anger but fainted from the pain burning inside him. The only one witnessing this was the black-haired servant.94622c7cc5712ae6

“Do you think I’m making a scene wearing these fancy clothes because I’m about to die?”6f90d172ab443135

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Is that why 88c88446d2 you keep looking?19b7a8ad0494601f

Despite his prickly words, his 9c4734f8bb eyes were filled with scars.5ab310cb01db164f

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Rayyan shook his head, indicating it wasn’t so.94650b8ea11b2478

“Your clothes aren’t properly worn. If your collar is tucked in like that, it’ll be uncomfortable when you turn your head. The shoulder buttons are half-done, so you’ll feel like your arms are floating.”844d1b982413d8be

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“…”25de97586e609e08

Ternnis looked at Rayyan a0e4f7be1b as if he were 80a125e55b crazy. My collar, what?2b50cc23f601d747

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“May I adjust your clothes for a moment?”2d287bb5edbc5848

“Is that really what you notice in this situation?”f51dab53a97a576f

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“The more complicated the outfit, the more uncomfortable it is if not worn properly.”a6c26588e7b04037

Is he a cecca4d35c bit of a 1560d221cd lunatic?5fe7ecfe91d3bd9e

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No matter how Ternnis b39c13ee59 looked at him, Rayyan 1cfd13fb99 steadfastly focused on his 1965bc5888 clothes.b9e1c9351b551256

“It’ll only take a moment.”993d7291bcaf97e7

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“Do as you please.”c3645db0ed9961b4

Ah, this is why you don’t talk to crazy or deranged people. Ternnis felt the conversation was pointless and turned his gaze elsewhere. What did it matter about clothes?56267728d1efa821

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As soon as Ternnis gave permission, Rayyan reached out. His proactive movement, unlike his usual distant demeanor, made Ternnis’s eyebrows twitch. But the touch on his shoulder wasn’t unpleasant, so he stayed still.dbcba57b63473072

The light touch, like a feather passing by, was all it took before Rayyan’s hand left his shoulder. Now it was time to fix the collar, but Rayyan hesitated to approach.b8ee83de4a8b067d

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“What is it?”6acb59f403531048

“I’d like to ask for your understanding. I’m not confident I can adjust the collar without touching Your Highness.”e2e5d5f614b2f75d

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“Just do it.”541f4c986291fb48

When someone touches him, the pain intensifies. Naturally, avoiding the servant’s touch was wise, but now he was resigned. It would only deepen the burning pain in his neck.2283a28b619f69f2

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Ternnis crossed his arms and closed his eyes, signaling Rayyan to proceed. Rayyan’s hand hesitated, then slowly approached, unlike before. His fingertips brushed the boundary between Ternnis’s neck and collar, then slipped inside.8e9780ff05c77988

As Rayyan adjusted the collar and was about to pull his hand away, the prince made an unexpected move. Turning his head and body, Rayyan’s hand brushed his cheek.55484d135008e16a

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Rayyan paled and knelt.d4332993c5c21be6

“I touched an unauthorized area. I’m sorry.”1f029d961b0c94de

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Though it was the prince’s movement, he couldn’t push the blame. From the moment Rayyan spoke of adjusting the clothes, he was responsible for everything that happened.f8f1277e8339a8a3

Rayyan knelt, apologizing, but Ternnis, lost in thought, didn’t look at him. Instead, he focused on the refreshing sensation on his neck and cheek, leaving no room for other thoughts. Strange and stranger still, Ternnis concentrated all his attention on where Rayyan had touched.99074e26d718e933

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“You…”da7c104e2d8b41da

At Ternnis’s rough voice, Rayyan looked up. Ternnis’s low gaze met Rayyan’s face. Just a few years older… a mere servant. Yet…72f365d8e5295d71

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“What did you do to me?”9c536e703bf0cbb5