Today was a very relaxed shooting for a new movie and Y/N was relieved, because he got to actually do a romantic role. He needed a little break from either being funny or serious, so this definitly served him well and to work with Keira Knightley was another dream come true as she looked phenomenal. Keira didn't need much preperation or convincing for this and inviting Y/N to be her film partner was easy too. She didn't do it just to have sex with him or anything, she just wanted a chill and fun project with someone who knew what he was doing. The two got in position as Keira walked through a beautiful flower garden, sitting down on an old swing.

Keira:" The mistress is in a good mood today. I wonder what lifted her spirts so suddenly."

Yes, Keira played the role of a servant to a british empress and by her facial expression, the job wasn't as satisfying as she initially hoped. There were a few moments of joy, yes, but those were often washed away when the mistress ridiculed her for even the smallest mistake. It made Keira's character feel unappreciated, unwanted and she considered running away from this home, but she did have a reason to stay. Y/N was pinned as the son of said mistress, but instead of being cruel, he took time to listen to Keira and he cheered her up more often than not.

After looking at the gravel floor for so long, Keira decided it was better to head back inside as it seemed like rain was coming in a bit. She didn't want to get wet, so keeping her dress above the floor, she quickly ran back the way she came from and got inside. Fortunately nobody really noticed as the mistress was in a conversation with a few guests, so there was nothing she could complain about. Y/N on the other hand just turned the corner and noticed Keira who quickly straightened her hair and smiled shyly when he turned around towards her and winked.

Y/N:" Young Catherine, I must say you look wonderful today."

Keira:" I appreciate the compliment, Master Roland. But I am a simple servant to you and your mother."

Y/N:" My mother might be harsh towards you and the rest, but she still cares for all of you. She just does not show it very well."

Keira:" What made you treat me so well though, if I may ask?"

Y/N:" Thanks to my uncle, I was raised to treat everyone with respect. Yes, even the townsfolk. And...come, I need to talk to you without any peering eyes and ears."

Carefully taking her hand, Y/N led Keira to an empty room and closed the door. Apparently he had something interesting and important to discuss with her that nobody else should hear. Keira was confused as to what was happening, looking at Y/N with curiousity in her eyes.

Keira:" Master Roland, what is this about?"

Y/N:" My apologies, Catherine. I needed a moment without my mother present, so I can tell you the truth."

Keira:" The truth? About what?"

Y/N:" You're truly remarkable, do you know? I treat you so well because you deserve it. Our last conversation revealed a lot and...I want you to know that you are safe with us. I wish I could have saved your family, but I arrived too late."

Keira:" It is not your fault, Master. Thieves from the west have raided our village and my family home was the last one to be set aflame."

Y/N:" When I heard of this, I immediately got on my horse and rode there to help any survivors. You were one of only a handful...Over the last year, I have grown quite fond of you."

Keira:" And why is that?"

Y/N:" Your...beauty has caught my attention. Without the ash and grime on your face, you look like a princess...During our talks whenever I accompany you, I have gotten to know you better than anyone around...And you have a beautiful singing voice as well."

This made Keira blush as her head sunk in slight shame, because she didn't think anyone heard her when her duty for the day was dealt with, yet here Y/N admitted to everything he knew and heard.

Keira:" I am...shook, Master Roland. You are a prince. Don't you have fair ladies who wished to be by your side?"

Y/N:" Although it is tradition in our family to marry another wealthy and powerful part of a different family, I do not wish to bond with any of them."

Keira:" What does your mother think?"

Y/N:" She does not know yet, but when the great ball is happening, I will reveal my true intensions. And I hope you do not resent me after hearing this."

Instead of resenting him or just storming away like a mad person, Keira took a different approach by hugging Y/N tightly.

Keira:" You have no idea how long I have waited."

Y/N:" I...beg your pardon?"

Keira:" I have grown to fancy you, Master. The way you care for me, the way you take time and talk with me and defending me when your mother is unhappy. You truly earned your spot as the prince."

Y/N:" I do what I have to do. If my mother passes, I want everyone to know that I will be a fair king...especially with you by my side."

Keira smiled brightly with small tears in her eyes while Y/N ran a hand through her hair. The way both of them sold these different emotions on camera worked perfectly for the script and during the break where the crew changed spots for the ball, everyone who passed by congratulated Y/N and Keira. Their chemistry was on point, so doing the finale wasn't going to be too difficult for them.
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The night of the ball has come and the main hall was full with people dancing, chatting and doing all sorts of stuff. A giant buffet has been prepared as well while Y/N had to sit next to his mother and observe the lay of the land.

He wasn't that much into the whole thing as it only served to have an arranged marriage sooner rather than later, but fortunately he had a different idea. When his mother clapped a few times, everyone's attention was on her.

Empress:" Ladies and Gentlemen, me and my son thank you for your presence. Tonight is an important night for all of us as we are gathered to find a suitor for Prince Roland. So I want everyone who brought their daughter to step forward one by one and introduce themselves to us."

And within a few seconds, a line has formed of parents whispering to their daughters to do their best and hopefully win Y/N over. Y/N acted interested and smiled at all contenders with some having very convincing arguments while others just seemed to be after money or status. It took a few hours to get through a good few of them, but Y/N was over it and got up from his seat, walking to the middle of the room.

Y/N:" Enough! While I appreciate the efforts, I do not wish to marry any of you!"

This shocked the whole crowd as Y/N looked pretty angry. He usually didn't have much of a short fuse, but this night really tested his patience in quite a bad way.

Y/N:" I am a young adult and I'm capable of finding a lover myself, mother. Not only is this a waste of time, it's also a waste of ressources. You had so much food prepared, you gave everyone a small gift that definitly came at our expense and you had an extremely expensive dress made...for what?...I have my eyes on someone, yes. And I do not care for your opinion, mother."

Keira smiled as she got to the front of the crowd, immediately getting noticed by Y/N who invited her to his side. Although there were so many people around, she ignored them and went towards Y/N, hugging his arm.

Empress:" A servant?! Son, you must be kidding."

Y/N:" I am dead serious, mother. I fancy Catherine and I have the intension of marrying her, no matter what you have to say about it."

Empress:" You're breaking my heart, Roland. I thought I had raised you better than that."

Y/N:" To be a tyrannical control freak? No thank you. And also...it was Uncle Charles who raised me most of the time!"

Now the line has been crossed and the empress began crying and cursing at her son while Y/N and Keira kissed right in front of everyone.

It was a happy ending for them while the crowd exploded in any imaginable reaction. Some cheered and supported the new couple, others damned them to hell and some left the home frustrated. The last shot of the movie saw the couple sitting on their thrones before the camera faded to black.
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Once showered and dressed, Y/N and Keira met up again shortly, sitting on a bench outside.

Keira:" I didn't think you would be so passionate about this forbidden love thing."

Y/N:" The way you carried your role got me further into it. I mean this was really fun and I love a good change from the usual business."

Keira:" True. Keeping it diverse is the best. I watched you start small and now you're here."

Y/N:" Pretty fast climb, huh? But I won't let fame and success get to my head that easily."

Keira:" Better not. People like you the way you are."

Sharing a soft laugh, the two chatted away for a few more minutes before it was time for them to go home. Y/N smiled softly and waved goodbye to Keira before the long ride home begun and he had a feeling something would surprise him sooner or later.