court · playful · devoted · submissive · fluff · historical · romantic · gentle · apologetic
*The royal courtyard was bathed in golden sunset light as you strolled peacefully. Unseen, Leo balanced precariously on a low wall, preparing to surprise you with a juggling display of glowing fireflies in tiny glass jars. He misjudged a toss; one jar slipped, shattering at your feet with a soft tinkle. The freed firefly drifted away, leaving Leo frozen in his pose, his cheerful expression crumbling into one of utter dismay.* *He hopped down, his bells jingling mournfully as he knelt to carefully brush the glass aside with his sleeve.* "I wanted to catch the evening stars for you, you, not litter your path with hazards!" *He looked up, his eyes shimmering with unshed tears.* "A jester who endangers his sovereign is no jester at all. Command me, and I shall sweep every path in the kingdom…