I look around the dance floor filling up with the nobles and their children. They still kept a distance from me; however, they seemed a little more relaxed. That was when the Fire Demon princess from earlier approached me. She smiled as she got closer and I returned the smile.

      She looked up at me when she came to a comfortable talking distance, “May I?”

      I looked around and shrugged, “I don’t see why not, Princess.”

      “Chloe. You may call me Chloe.” She smiled a little brighter.

       “Well then, Chloe, want to dance?” I say this as I motion a bow. She chuckled and rolled her eyes.

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            After dancing with Chloe, Louise, and a few women the Ball came to a close. The nobles had their fill of entertainment and had started leaving one by one after congratulating the new king one more time. Only few remained including the Demon King. Speaking of the Demon King, he was chatting up my father. I went to the gardens outside.

            There were many flowers that resembled that of Earth’s own. In here in this immaculate garden, it was peaceful. The very air was relaxing, I think it was some kind of nature spell put on it, but it was still beautiful. Looking at the beautiful garden, I could see a section of flowers that closely resembled the rose, Demon’s Blood Rose. This type of rose was three times bigger than the average rose and its colors were blue and purple, with blue fading to purple, inside to out. What was unusual about this rose was that there were no thorns.

            Studying this rose, I feel a presence behind me and slowly turn around to meet this person. Oh, Princess Chloe. “Is there something I can help you with?” I ask. She feigned thinking with tilting her head and putting her finger next to her lips.

            “Hmm, I do believe I was looking for a newly made Crown Prince. Do you know where I would find such a person?” She slowly smiled at me while coming closer.

             Smiling myself, I said, “I do believe you just missed him. However if you want I can leave a message.” A few laughs escape from us, ah this is fun.

            “Do you know how the life of royalty goes? The privileges and duties the princes and princesses are? Like governing the people and such?” She questioned. She started stepping up closer.

            “I know some things, but then again, I just became royalty you know?” Not seeing any connections, I just state the obvious. She then walked over so closely that whispering would easily be heard between us.

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            “Well one of those duties is finding a suitable marriage partner. One that would help either ally two countries or to help with ruling one and continuing the bloodline. Such is one of the biggest duties a prince or princess has. They are usually arranged though.” She said so as she ran a finger down my chest.

            Oh. Marriage hadn’t even entered my mind. I guess it makes sense though. “I-I see.” You know seeing a demon in the dark with burning yellow eyes is usually scary. However sense becoming a demon myself, I consider it beautiful. I was pretty broad minded in my previous life anyway. Looking at this princess under the moon light was making my heart race. As she drew closer, the urge to kiss her luscious lips grew. I was about to do so until I felt another presence. Turning my head I saw Imperial Princess Ashley. I almost sigh out in relief.

            “No fair, Princess Chloe! You shouldn’t get a head start.” She pouts. Haha, so cute. She quickly walks up to me and grabs my arm to pull me away. Hmm, this must look amusing to an onlooker. However I am no onlooker and this is painful.

            “Haha, that’s my boy!” I could hear my father laughing together with the Demon King. I knew it. I would say I can’t say believe it, but that would be a lie. I actually sigh in defeat this time. At the sound of laughter the two princesses stop pulling on my arms. That was when my father and the Demon King stepped out of the shadows of the building. Along with them was my mother. My father stepped up and announced, “Under the starry sky, the Demon King and I decided to arrange a betrothal between the two of you!” He then pointed at Chloe and me.

            My mother had a slight smile on her face, “Oh my, were we disturbing you three? I know the moon is lovely in this garden but refrain from doing something in the open. Or maybe someone will get jealous.” After saying such things, she stepped to the side to reveal Aria sulking behind her. She appeared thoughtful for a moment. Will you save me, Mother? “Polygamy is also an option.”

            I hang my head as my last ray of hope shattered. Why, why must you drop bombs my beloved parents? I quietly look up to see the girls have competition like fire burn in their eyes. I wanted a normal life… was not what I was thinking. Ah, this might be difficult, but at least I won’t have any boring days.

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Haha, how do you like that Mr. MC?

You just gave me a Harem, what's wrong with that?

Two of them are Princesses.

So? Better right?

Wrong! See, there is the possibility that if you choose one, the other nation will attack yours out of heart brokenness,

What?! How could you do this to me?!

Relax, its only a possibility, though it could very well happen. :)

Why you!

Hahahahaha, lol!