You managed to show you knew about the scar so you could tend to it. He flinched as he almost lashed out. You were unfazed by it as you focused on your work.

"I have a suggestion." He hummed as you finished. "I know how you can save your kingdom from disappearing. But it may lead to violence if done wrong."

"And what is that?" You smiled as you got to your feet.

"Love, your highness. But you're far from it."

His face said it all as you headed off.

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You knew you got his mind when he kept a careful eye on you. He still disappeared to the shrine, but he was almost always watching. And with how the castle was? He always had a hiding spot.

~~~

Finally, he let you get close when he had a meltdown. You brought some hot chocolate and cinnamon rolls before sitting beside him and rubbing his back.

"Easy..." He trembled before you caught his attention. "We have more concerning things to talk about."