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Oliver shook his head, "i'm sorry, sir, i don't know. it might be? but i understand most homes in this land have something like this, i'm sorry." he bowed, not sure what to do, so he simply stood there and held the soap and washcloth, waiting for an order. "i am sure one of the other servants would know, sir, i can ask them later if you wish."

Leo shrugged, "i don't mind, you know." when he was asked what he would be wearing, he stood up and moved to his own, but much smaller, wardrobe, looking through until he found an outfit that would set off his coloring perfectly. "how about this? it's made from lilac and forget-me-not blossoms. it will go well with most anything you will wear as well as the stone." he planned to do full make-up as well tomorrow, something he hadn't done since he had first met Elliot, not having any to use back when he was still in the throws of being a perfect bentien.

Tsume motioned for Kashi to stay and snuck up, belly in the snow, to where Martha had holed up. he bared his teeth, and with a growl, jumped on top of her, knowing the girl down as he leaned over and began to lick her face. "found myself a lost princess." he announced happily.

Oliver dropped his eye as the other got into the bath, but the question made him stiffen slightly. "the capitol," his voice was soft, "i was a slave in the castle before my master freed me and brought me here." though it was a valid question and Oliver had been expecting it, he still felt sick thinking back two months to his life before the master.

Leo only smiled, "of course not, dear," he said as sarcastically as he could. "i shall do my own hair. would you prefer it up or down?" he wanted to look the way Elliot would like the best so he could support him the next day. that and so Elliot could show him off a bit.

Tsume laughed and shifted, scooping the girl up as he stepped out of the nook. "it's you're own fault, you had Kashi here worried sick! not to mention your sisters. it's winter and you are out after dark, not very wise, little one." he didn't put her down, instead he carried her to the castle, "apologize to poor Kashi."

Oliver felt his stomach tighten, he'd forgotten that Yashweh was a prince. how could he? and here he was talking to him! Oliver felt so out of place, it was wrong! he shouldn't be in charge of such an important guest! oh gods, the Prince was going to sleep in his bed! in his bed! he would have been killed for less in Reta, or used as the Prince's sex toy. Or both. "I am just a slave, sir." he replied, lowering his head further. the question was a little confusing, but he tried to describe the food here as best he could. "they eat a lot of meat, sir. and vegetables, things that are rare in the desert are in abundance here and even more so in Falia, who are sharing their food with us. they say that they can grow as much or as little as they need there and are never in want because of the magic in the forest. As i understand, it is thanks to Falia there is so much extra here as well. they used to have to ration food carefully during the cold months, like Reta does during the time of drought." not that the castle ever had to, they wasted enough food to feed entire cities.

Leo lifted an eyebrow, "for one without a fetish, you do seem to like taking it down and playing with it." he loved teasing his husband like this, "as you wish, i shall wear it up. just for you, my love." he moved to his dressing table and sat, brushing out his hair until it shined as he did almost every night. "shall i wear the jewelry you gave me as well?"

"a warm bath, too," Tsume added, "you're covered in dirt and have been out in the cold too long. you're freezing, my dear." they were back in the castle now and he carried Martha up to the bathing room, "Kash? get her a change of clothes?" he asked as he got the water going, "just a quick one, to warm you up. we're glad you are doing homework, dear, but we don't want you to get sick, ok? now strip off those wet clothes and get in. i'll wash your back for you."

Oliver shook his head, he didn't know! he was just a slave, how could he know these things? "I cannot be sure, sir. my master is from Falia, but i've only spent a short amount of time there. i am sorry." he bowed his apology, "Sir, would you like me to wash you now?" hopefully it would stop these questions at least.

Leo smiled a little, "i take them off to sleep, you know. they are just so pretty, i like wearing them." that and the fact that they had been a gift from Elliot made them all the more special. "so i take that as a yes?" he slipped the earrings off and got up, heading for the dresser so he could change into his sleeping clothing. "we should rest, tomorrow is going to be a long day."

Tsume washed her efficiently, not wanting to waste time. she needed sleep right now, and he didn't want the little girl to pass out in the bath. "right, done. let's get you dried off." he held out a towel and waited for her to step out of the bath before he started to rub her down.

Oliver was surprised for a little while before shaking his head, "No-you need to use soap as well." he put some on the washcloth and lathered it up before carefully lifting Yashweh's arm and washing it. "see? this gets you clean, more than just water." he moved to the prince's back and then his other arm, "i will need you to lift your legs, or stand, sir, so i can wash them as well."

Leo shook his head, "let them plan. they didn't really get to do one for your father, so let them have their fun with yours." he got into bed and sighed as he snuggled into the covers, "i didn't realize how tired i was until i laid down. i did walk quite a ways today..." he looked at Elliot and held out his hand, "join me?"

Tsume pouted a little, "i am as smart as i need to be, thank you very much." he followed Kashi into the girl's room and helped tuck Martha in. "good night, punk." he grinned and kissed her forehead before slipping out, waiting for Kashi to join him, before shutting the door. "bedtime for us as well or is there more we need to do?"

Oliver finished washing Yashweh quickly and moved to get a towel, "whenever you are ready, Sir. we will see if we can find you sleeping clothes and i will show you to the room."

Leo wrapped his arms around his husband and held him close, "you as well, dearest. good night." he settled his mind and soon was breathing deeply, deeply asleep.

Tsume shook his head, "Nope. bedtime, i do believe i promised to make something up to you and i keep my promises."

Oliver bowed tot he woman and accepted the clothing, "Thank you very much." he smiled a little at her before heading to his room, Yashweh following. he was quick to look over the clothes and find the ones that would be best for sleeping, a loose pair of pants and baggy shirt. "here." he knelt, holding the pants out to help the prince dress as well.

Tsume laughed, "oh no you don't. you're not running away from me, my love." he grabbed Kashi and lifted him over a shoulder before walking to their bedroom. "i can see through your lies, you know." he finally dropped Kashi on the bed and went back to shut the bedroom door, considering locking it, but he really did want this to be Kashi's choice. instead he went to the dresser and started removing his clothing, humming soft as if he were simply getting ready for bed.

Oliver folded down the blankets for the prince, quickly hiding the bear under the bed itself. "No, one, sir. i was surprised as well, but it seems there are enough rooms that even someone like me can be given one." he bowed a little, "if you would lay down sir, I'll turn out the lights so you can sleep properly."

Tsume smiled when Kashi initiated the kisses, but his eyes widened when the bunny knelt. "Kash, you don't have to-oh." he moaned and closed his eyes. if Kashi wanted to, he'd left him, but that didn't mean tsume wasn't planning to return the favor.

((we can drop them or have them panting in bed during your next post if you want))