[ As flirtatious as Laslow gets, Xander is one of the few people he never flirts with. Not from a lack of interest (who wouldn't fall for a handsome man like Xander? he's exactly his type.) but because his feelings run too deep, and he fears something he knows he shouldn't say slipping out between honeyed words. Nohr isn't his home, but as the days go by it feels more and more like it - and he doesn't want to jeopardize this, his place within the castle and his relationship with Xander, by speaking too easily.
Because he loves him. He truly does. The rare moments where Xander's dropped his guard around him and smiled are among Laslow's most cherished memories... so as long as he can stay by his side as his ever loyal and reliable retainer, that's good enough for him.
But the idea of dancing with Xander, admittedly, brings a small but warm smile to his face. ] Of course, milord. I would be happy to be your dance partner. [ The proposal makes sense to Laslow - it wouldn't be any good if the crown prince made a fool of himself on the dance floor, after all. He just has to wonder if he's allowed to enjoy this, too. ] Where do you want to start?
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Because he loves him. He truly does. The rare moments where Xander's dropped his guard around him and smiled are among Laslow's most cherished memories... so as long as he can stay by his side as his ever loyal and reliable retainer, that's good enough for him.
But the idea of dancing with Xander, admittedly, brings a small but warm smile to his face. ] Of course, milord. I would be happy to be your dance partner. [ The proposal makes sense to Laslow - it wouldn't be any good if the crown prince made a fool of himself on the dance floor, after all. He just has to wonder if he's allowed to enjoy this, too. ] Where do you want to start?