"I see..." Heinz finally set the papers aside, his expression unreadable. Lucius noticed that today's focus was on the princesses' childhoods—a detail that struck him as oddly specific.
'How peculiar,' Lucius thought, adjusting his glasses before addressing the king. "I believe it may be time to summon the princesses again, Your Majesty—or perhaps dine with them once in a while. It could ease the growing tension."
Heinz rested his elbows on the desk and folded his hands under his chin. "As I've told you, I'm busy. That is why I assigned the task of getting to know them to Florian. Or do you think he'll falter now because of recent events?"
Lucius shook his head slightly. "No, I don't believe this will hinder him. However, the princesses are growing agitated. They perceive your actions—or lack thereof—as favoritism toward him. This could escalate into further unrest within the harem."
