👑The Royal Affairs ⚔️| jeongcheol ff|svt ff

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The next morning, as the golden rays of the sun painted the skies above Jeju Island, Prince Hansol found himself struggling to adapt to the rustic village life. Accustomed to the comforts of the royal palace, the challenges of daily chores and unfamiliar customs weighed heavily on him.

As he attempted to fetch water from the village well, a task he hadn't imagined in his wildest dreams, Seungkwan, who had become quite acquainted with Jeonghan, couldn't resist the opportunity to tease the prince.

Seungkwan sauntered over, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "Ah, Prince Hansol, struggling with the simple life of a commoner, are we?"

Hansol shot him a playful glare, adjusting the bucket in his hands. "Seungkwan, you seem to be enjoying this a bit too much."

Seungkwan chuckled. "Well, I've had my share of humble beginnings with Jeonghan. It's only fair you experience the same."

Jeonghan, overhearing the banter, joined in with a knowing smile. "Hansol, it takes time to adjust. The village has its own rhythm."

Hansol sighed, casting a glance towards the distant sea. "I miss the palace. This is so different."

Seungkwan, always quick with a retort, couldn't resist poking fun. "Ah, the esteemed prince yearning for his golden throne. Don't worry, your highness, the villagers might crown you as their water-fetching champion soon."

Hansol rolled his eyes, but a smirk played on his lips. "I'll have you know, I'll master this. Just you wait."

Seungkwan winked. "Oh, I'm waiting with bated breath. Meanwhile, I'll be over here, watching the royal water-fetching spectacle."

Throughout the day, Hansol found himself entangled in various village activities, from helping with fishing to attempting to cook a simple meal. Seungkwan, never missing an opportunity for amusement, continued to provide a running commentary on the prince's exploits.

"Look at him," Seungkwan whispered to Jeonghan, stifling laughter. "He's practically wrestling with that fish. A far cry from the palace banquets, I'd say."

Jeonghan chuckled, watching as Hansol wrestled with the slippery fish. "He'll get the hang of it eventually."

As the day unfolded, Hansol's frustration transformed into a determination to prove himself. He approached each task with newfound energy, eager to dispel the image Seungkwan had painted of him.

Seungkwan, sensing Hansol's shift in attitude, decided to play along. "Well, well, look who's turning into a village prodigy. Perhaps you'll start composing odes to well water soon."

Hansol shot him a mock glare. "Watch it, Seungkwan. I might compose an ode to your teasing next."

The banter continued, the village becoming a stage for the ongoing comedic saga of Prince Hansol's adventures in adaptation. As the sun dipped below the horizon, the laughter echoed through the village, a lighthearted respite in the midst of their intertwined tales on Jeju Island.