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Today was the start of a normal day for the Prince, who rose early, interacting amicably with the household servants, and getting an update from the Heralds and courtesans. With father aging as he was, oftentimes I was left as the 'regent' for lack of a proper term.
I descended from the dormitory area, dressed in a light, but durable fabric, loosely fitted to my top, and more tightly fit to my lower half, a very typical appearance for a man of our people.
'Meeting with father first, then to breakfast, then off to public appearance.' I thought to myself, as I disappeared into Father's chambers, where the ancient man lay, wracked by the rot from within. A shame we lacked the resources to cure it properly.
The meeting was like many others, simply relaying the state of affairs, and getting his input on critical issues, before wishing him well, and exiting, where inevitably my personal guard would be waiting. (edited)